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mlabPASS: youth

An annual pass for youth in grades 6-8 for afterschool visits and special events. No parents required!

about the program

What is mlabPASS?

MlabPASS provides students in grades 6 – 8 in Pittsburgh a year of afterschool visits and special events at MuseumLab’s state-of-the-art facilities for cutting-edge experiences in art, making and tech.

MuseumLab educators and mentors, many who are working artists and performers, offer an enriching, creative and safe place for your child to explore.

Experiences include:

  • Exploring new arts and making skills
  • Working with artists, makers and educators to explore hands-on creative projects
  • Learning design thinking, budgeting, financial literacy, entrepreneurship
  • Fostering interpersonal skills

Cost

$95 per year
Includes most supplies, materials and access to tools

*Please email Danielle Linzer at dlinzer@pittsburghkids.org for questions about pricing and need-based scholarships.

what can you do?

In-Depth Workshops

Tuesdays & Thursdays
3:30 – 5:30 pm
In-depth workshops focusing on one art or making subject such as fiber arts, metalworking or photography

Workshops concentrate on one subject for a six-week period.

Drop-in Open Studio Time

Fridays
3:30 – 5:30 pm
Open Studio allows you to explore your own hands-on creative experiences in a relaxed setting.

Quarterly Youth Nights

Youth Nights are festive art and making events for a large number of youth offered four times a year.

Next Youth Night is February 13!

Schedule changes will be communicated to Pass holders as necessary. We follow Pittsburgh Public School’s weather closures. 

schedule

Session Start Date:  Monday, March 3

Session Theme:  Mixed Media

Note: The mlabPASS schedule will follow the Children’s Museum and Pittsburgh Public School’s closure schedule. We will not offer activities on the following days:

  • February 7: Pittsburgh Public School (PPS) Half Day 
  • February 13: Youth Night
  • February 21: PPS Half Day
  • March 7: PPS Half Day
  • March 21: PPS Half Day
  • April 16 – April 21:  PPS Spring Break
  • May 15: Youth Night
  • May 26: Memorial Day

sign up

Three simple steps to get mlabPASS for your child!

  1. Purchase an mlabPASS online or at MuseumLab
  2. Complete a Youth & Parent application form
    The Application form will be included in the confirmation email you receive upon purchase. You may submit your form at the orientation session you attend.
  3. Attend the Orientation Session
    New members and parents will have an Orientation Session at the start of each new session.

questions?

For more information about mlabPASS, please contact Kay Shabazz at kshabazz@pittsburghkids.org.