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3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-3622

Office Hours: Monday - Friday

10:00am - 3:00pm

info@northhillsartcenter.org

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"Experience the Arts with Us!"

You can register for classes without leaving the site!  If you need help after office hours, please see these tips.  Thank you!

Use the search box to quickly find the classes you need!

Please read the NHAC COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan by clicking here.

We offer classes for adults, teens and children.  Our class sessions run Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall.
Please check back as we update our class offerings seasonally and occasionally add additional classes!

Children’s classes are designed to be age appropriate to give your child the best experience possible.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF CLASS REGISTRATION DEADLINES.  If you wish to register for a class after the deadline, please contact the NHAC Office (412) 364-3622 or visit the center at 3432 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. 

Please note: No refunds will be issued after first class/day of camp. Compensation for missed classes is not available. Refunds for classes & workshops given if cancelled one week prior.  Memberships are non-refundable. 

**Payment required upon registration. Registrations not finalized within 15 minutes are automatically removed as classes have limited space.


Children's Classes

  • C-22 Science Inspired Art! - STEAM Class (WI21)

    • January 27, 2021
    • (EST)
    • February 24, 2021
    • (EST)
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 5
    Register

    **Registration deadline extended until January 24

    Ages 6-10 years old   

    Join us to see how science can inspire your art. Our exploration will range from astronomy to chemistry as we employ different art principles and mediums. Each class will include a specific science topic that is paired with an art project.  All materials included.

    Instructor: Marci Koch

    Wednesdays 1/27 - 2/24

    5 sessions      

    Time: 4:30 - 6:00pm


     Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $20!  (and choose member pricing now!)

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  • C-28 Drawing - Improving Your Skills (WI21)

    • February 01, 2021
    • (EST)
    • March 08, 2021
    • (EST)
    • 6 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Registration deadline January 25

    Ages 9-13 years old   

    Drawing is fun, but you want to get better! This class will explore a variety of drawing techniques and skills needed to take your drawings to the next level. We will learn about shading, perspective, observational drawing and more!  All materials included.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Mondays 2/1 - 3/8

    6 sessions      

    Time: 4:15 - 5:45pm


     Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $20!  (and choose member pricing now!)

       
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  • C-85 Kids Clay! Tuesdays (WI21)

    • February 09, 2021
    • (EST)
    • March 16, 2021
    • (EDT)
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 3
    Register

    **Please note change in dates from print catalog


    Registration deadline: February 2

    Ages 6-10   

    We all enjoy creating with clay. We will be using hand building techniques to create a variety of functional & decorative clay pieces. We’ll also try out the wheel! The last class will be spent glazing the pieces.  Class fee includes clay, glaze and firing.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero


    Dates: Tuesdays 2/9 - 3/16, (no class 3/9)

    5 sessions

    Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm


      Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $20!  (and choose member pricing now!)





    Additional notes:

    • Limited to 6 persons plus the instructor
    • Masks will be worn at all times
    • Class tools, wheels and work spaces will be cleaned after each class
    • Social distancing will be followed
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  • C-08 Winter Art Fun (WI21)

    • February 10, 2021
    • (EST)
    • March 10, 2021
    • (EST)
    • 5 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    **Please note change in dates from print catalog

    Registration deadline: February 3

    Ages 6-10 years old   


    Don't let winter get you down. Come create some beautiful art projects exploring the beauty of the winter season. We will make a canvas painting, snowman sculpture, snowflake art and more! All materials included.

    Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

    Wednesdays 2/10 - 3/10

    5 sessions      

    Time: 4:15pm - 5:45pm


     Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $20!  (and choose member pricing now!)

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  • WSC-13 Make Your Own Gameboard with 3D Pens - STEAM Workshop (WI21)

    • February 20, 2021
    • (EST)
    • February 21, 2021
    • (EST)
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 8
    Register

    Registration deadline: February 13

    Ages 8-12

    Design your own game and gameboard! We will be using 3D pens to create custom game pieces. Add chutes, slides and spinners using recyclable and reusable materials. Come with your own gameboard design on paper or design it during the workshop. Each participant will come home with a working game during this 2-day STEAM workshop. Boys AND girls welcome! All materials included.

    Instructor: Elise Neill

    Dates: Saturday 2/20 & Sunday 2/21

    2 sessions

    Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm


     Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $20!  (and choose member pricing now!)

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  • C-04 Children Drawing Class (WI21)

    • March 20, 2021
    • (EDT)
    • March 27, 2021
    • (EDT)
    • 2 sessions
    • North Hills Art Center
    • 6
    Register

    Registration deadline March 13

    Ages 8-11 years old   


    Learning the fundamentals of drawing will be the focus of this two day workshop. We will explore using graphite the first day and color the second day to create mini projects. Please bring: drawing tablet 9x12 or larger; all other materials included.

    Instructor: Marianne Hilke


    Saturdays 3/20 & 3/27

    2 sessions      

    Time: 1:15 - 2:30pm


     Add a 1-year Student Membership-just $20!  (and choose member pricing now!)

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"Give the Gift of Art!"

The North Hills Art Center offers gift certificates in any amount you choose!  Gift certificates can be used for art classes, workshops and summer art camps, for yearly memberships, in the gallery for artwork and merchandise at our Artisan Markets.  

Gift Certificates can only be purchased at the Art Center during business hours, in person or by phone.

Gift certificates can be redeemed in person or by mail only.  Online redemption is not available at this time.

Benefits of Membership:

Discount of $20.00 of the nonmember cost of classes at the North Hills Art Center
15% off framing at Panza Framing in Millvale
10% off art supplies at Artists and Craftsmen Supply in Squirrel Hill
10% off framing at The Frame Gallery in Sharpsburg

Student: $20         Senior: $30      Individual: $35

                        Family: $50             Patron: $100

Click here to purchase a membership.

Please click above for Military and First Responder rate.

Class Offerings! 

North Hills Art Center

3432 Babcock Blvd | Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-364-3622 | info@northhillsartcenter.org


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