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Our office will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day.
We will resume normal business hours on Monday, July 6.

If you need help after office hours registering for classes, please see these tips. Thank you!


Unleash your child's creativity with North Hills Art Center classes and workshops.


  • Children should never be left unsupervised. When you are dropping off your child for class, please walk them into the building and ensure that the instructor is aware of their arrival.
  • Classes are designed to be age-appropriate. Please make sure you are enrolling your child in a class that matches their current age.
  • For the safety of your child, we require prompt pick-up after class.
  • Remember to have your child wear old clothes!
  • Please let us know in advance if your child has any special needs.
  • All North Hills Art Center instructors have the required PA Clearances.
  • Consider a $25 student membership, which costs less than the $30 nonmember fee!

Children's Classes & Workshops

  • C-111 Clay Dragons (SU26)

    • June 15, 2026
    • July 20, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • 2
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: June 8
    Ages 10-14

    You know it, you love it. IT’S DRAGON TIME! You will use your imagination and your artistic expression to create a one-of-a-kind clay dragon. You will also learn to trim and embellish your creation. Last class is glazing our creations! All materials included.

     Instructor: Lily Grbach

    Dates: Mondays 6/15 - 7/20 (5 sessions)
    No Class 7/13
    Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm


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  • C-104 Kid's Handbuilding (SU26)

    • June 18, 2026
    • July 23, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration deadline: June 11

    Ages 7-11

    Let’s get our hands dirty forming clay into cool pieces of art. We will use slabs, coils and pinched forms to make cups, bowls, sculptures and more. Last class is glazing. Bring your creativity! All materi-als included.

    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

    Dates: Thursdays 6/18 - 7/23 (5 sessions)
    No Class 7/16
    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

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  • NHAC 2026 Open House

    • July 18, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    Register

    NHAC 2026 Instructor Art Show and Open House
    The North Hills Art Center invites you to our Open House! This come-and-go event will be held on Saturday, July 18, from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. NHAC instructors will be taking over every studio in the building to demonstrate their art, from acrylic painting and abstract printing to weaving and watercolors. This is the perfect chance to see new-to-you instructors and art firsthand. You can also check out our Instructor Art Show in the gallery, featuring artwork from current NHAC instructors, and all artwork is for sale! With refreshments and prize drawings to round out your visit, we hope you'll enjoy what our creative community has to offer. 

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  • C-508 Let's Get Crafty! (SU26)

    • July 21, 2026
    • August 18, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 7
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    Registration deadline: July 14
    Ages 9-11

    Let’s get together and push the boundaries of the typical craft. We will explore new artistic styles with like minded friends and use our imaginations to create decorative and functional art projects we can enjoy long after class has ended. All are welcome. All materials included.

    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

    Dates: Tuesdays 7/21 - 8/18 (5 sessions)
    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm


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  • WSH-7 French American Heritage Workshop: (SU26)

    • July 25, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 18

    Ages 10+


    Celebrate French heritage by creating a painting of treats, like macarons and croissants, while listening to a selection of French music.

    Instructor: Cheryl Templeton

    Date: Saturday, 7/25 (1 session)
    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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  • C-209 Elements of Art (SU26)

    • July 30, 2026
    • August 20, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: July 23
    Ages 9-12

    Students will learn about the seven elements of art in this class. We will dig deeper into what it takes to make a simple drawing into a great composition. Students will complete a variety of exercises and projects as well as a still life. All skill levels are welcome! All materials included.

    Instructor: Eva Pontoriero

    Dates: Thursdays 7/30 - 8/20 (4 sessions)
    Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm


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  • WSH-8 National Dog Month Workshop (SU26)

    • August 02, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
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    Registration deadline: July 26

    Ages 10+

    Join us and learn how to show off your dog in this Paint Your Pup Workshop. All materials included.

    Instructor: Cheryl Tempelton

    Date: Sunday, 8/2 (1 session)
    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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North Hills Art Center

3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

(412) 364-3622 

info@northhillsartcenter.org


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