Activities, Camps and After School Classes in Pittsburgh, PA

In this program, scientists will learn how to explore microbial fuel cells—living batteries powered by bacteria. Participants will develop skills in technical design, electrical measurement, soldering, and more. After mastering the basics, they'll build their own devices using these innovative living batteries Participants will receive a stipend at the conclusion of the program!

For returning SeaPerchers only! Over the course of this hands-on program, you'll expand on your ROV build and design. You will test your underwater robot, while exploring the fascinating intersections of engineering, physics, and teamwork. Whether you’re a budding engineer or just curious about how things work, SeaPerch offers an exciting, immersive experience that takes STEM learning to new depths. Don’t miss the chance to make waves and discover what’s beneath the surface! For participants in 6th- 12th grade!

In this program, young scientists will dive into the world of microbiology, learning techniques for working with bacteria, DNA, and more. They’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and methods to unlock the secrets of the microscopic world. Join us to explore, experiment, and ignite your passion for science!

Designed for curious young minds, this program offers exciting, hands-on science activities that encourage exploration and discovery. With experiments and challenges made just for kids aged 7–12, our Weekend Workshops will dive deep into the world of science in a fun, interactive way - building confidence, creativity, and a love for learning.

In this program, young scientists will dive into the world of microbiology, learning techniques for working with bacteria, DNA, and more. They’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and methods to unlock the secrets of the microscopic world. Join us to explore, experiment, and ignite your passion for science!

In this program, young scientists will dive into the world of microbiology, learning techniques for working with bacteria, DNA, and more. They’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and methods to unlock the secrets of the microscopic world. Join us to explore, experiment, and ignite your passion for science!

In this program, young scientists will dive into the world of microbiology, learning techniques for working with bacteria, DNA, and more. They’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and methods to unlock the secrets of the microscopic world. Join us to explore, experiment, and ignite your passion for science!

In this program, scientists will learn how to explore microbial fuel cells—living batteries powered by bacteria. Participants will develop skills in technical design, electrical measurement, soldering, and more. After mastering the basics, they'll build their own devices using these innovative living batteries Participants will receive a stipend at the conclusion of the program!

Designed for curious young minds, this program offers exciting, hands-on science activities that encourage exploration and discovery. With experiments and challenges made just for kids aged 7–12, our Weekend Workshops will dive deep into the world of science in a fun, interactive way - building confidence, creativity, and a love for learning.

This program is a deep dive into the life of vacant land in the Hill District of Pittsburgh: its past, present, and future. Using neighborhood observation, engagement, sampling, and lab science, participants will build an understanding of life present on vacant land – from microorganisms to environmental phenomena. Through research and interpretation, a more profound understanding of living urban land will emerge. As part of the program, participants will synthesize their learning into recommendations for vacant land use, becoming contributors to a long-term beautification process and receiving personalized mentorship along the way. Join Grounded Strategies and The Citizen Science Lab to become a vacant land investigator! Scientists will receive a stipend for their participation!

Over the course of this hands-on program, you'll build, design, and test your very own underwater robot, exploring the fascinating intersections of engineering, physics, and teamwork. Whether you’re a budding engineer or just curious about how things work, SeaPerch offers an exciting, immersive experience that takes STEM learning to new depths. Don’t miss the chance to make waves and discover what’s beneath the surface! For participants in 5th- 12th grade at our partner schools!

In this program, young scientists will dive into the world of microbiology, learning techniques for working with bacteria, DNA, and more. They’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and methods to unlock the secrets of the microscopic world. Join us to explore, experiment, and ignite your passion for science!

Perfect for your young scientist, this program introduces fun, hands-on activities that make science easy and exciting to understand. Tailored just for kids, Mini Lab sparks curiosity while helping them discover the wonders of science in an engaging, playful environment.

In “What’s in our air?” students will build and use devices to understand the composition of the air we breathe. In this year-long experience, participants will develop practical engineering, computer programming, and teamwork skills while gaining improved understanding of our environment and how it is changing. We aim to build a low-cost air quality monitor, communicate with it via custom Python computer code, and use it to monitor the air near Pittsburgh. We also aim to plan and perform a weather balloon launch, and examine the data the balloon collects. We will compare our measurements of today’s air with historical extreme pollution in the Pittsburgh region, and with fully pristine natural conditions. A stipend will be awarded to participants at the conclusion of the program!

Perfect for your young scientist, this program introduces fun, hands-on activities that make science easy and exciting to understand. Tailored just for kids, Mini Lab sparks curiosity while helping them discover the wonders of science in an engaging, playful environment.

Pittsburgh is known for its rich industrial history, vibrant arts scene, and its transformation from a steel powerhouse to a hub for healthcare, education, and technology. The tour will take you from the August Wilson African American Cultural Center—a beacon of art and heritage in the heart of the Cultural District—all the way to the iconic Point State Park Fountain, where the city’s three rivers come together. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is GPS/location aware and plays as you walk.

Use our app to explore Pittsburgh in this fun scavenger hunt! Use the app to find things around the city in any order you'd like, take photos, and collect points. You can also complete challenges for points. Take a look at the rankings to see how your score compares at any point! All of our scavenger hunts have a remote host via chat to help along the way. Come out and explore in Pittsburgh.

Wacky Walks in Pittsburgh is a royal themed scavenger hunt done using an app on your phone! During the game you will hunt for items around the city to gain points. Another way to earn points is by completing wacky challenges. There will be a King or Queen amongst your group in which you will compete for throughout the course of the game. The objective of Wacky Walks is to gain as many points as you can and hold on to your King/Queen title for as long as possible. Wacky Walks is not timed, so you can take as long as you'd like to complete it and can do it in any area of the city you choose. During the game, you'll have a remote host that will be chatting with you if you need help. Come get out and explore with us in Pittsburgh today!

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Join us on this walking history tour with a spooky twist! Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! Get to see outstanding historic landmarks (often beautifully lit up in the darker and colder months) during the quiet evening hours and learn about their history and which spirits lurk in them. Ready to get chills and be scared by some obscure ghost stories? - ***Please note: This is NOT a haunted house tour, but rather a tour focusing on true-life ghost stories from Pittsburgh's past and present!*** - Our tour guides are locals who truly love their city, they are very knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile for you if you are particularly interested in something. Children under the age of 6 and doggies are welcome with advance notice and proper supervision.

We've turned Pittsburgh Cultural District into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Your PokemonGo style app will take you to 9 iconic places around Pittsburgh Cultural District . At each location, you will need to solve a puzzle before advancing. It is part Scavenger Hunt and part Escape Room! You can play solo or in a group. Besides completing fun puzzles, you will learn fascinating details about different places like the August Wilson Cultural Center, Heinz Hall and Heinz History Center. You will walk around 1.8 miles as you find clues, solve puzzles and get closer to completing the adventure. You can go at your own pace, but it should take around 60 minutes to complete the adventure. Over 200,000 players have used your app to explore the world. We can't wait for you to play as well!