Schools and Teachers

The Frick’s education department designs programs that explore the interdisciplinary nature of the site.

From fine art in The Frick Art Museum to primary sources in Clayton to the industry of transportation in our Car and Carriage Museum, our programs stress hands-on, interactive learning, provide collaborative experiences, and encourage deductive reasoning and critical thinking for all ages.

School Groups

Knowledgeable. Engaging. Interdisciplinary. Relevant. These are just some of the words teachers have used to describe our museum educators and the tours and workshops we provide for students of all ages. At the Frick, we offer an array of creative, interactive, hands-on learning experiences that bring classrooms back year after year.

As a single institution with multiple collections, the Frick Art & Historical Center experience equals more than the sum of its parts. Our interdisciplinary, standards-based programs can be customized to fit your curriculum needs, just give us call!

Contact our Education Department by phone at 412-205-2022, weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m, or via e-mail to discuss a variety of options for your school visit.

Download a copy of our School Programs Brochure.

View art projects created by students who participate in classes at the Frick.

Teacher Resources

Download bibliographies, pre and post visit activities and images for use in your classroom.

Act 48 Programs

As a PDE approved provider, we offer a variety of Act 48 opportunities for teachers throughout the school year.

Our interactive, standards-based workshops build on the resources of the Frick, offering opportunities for teachers to create lesson plans that relate their areas of expertise to special exhibitions and the permanent collections of the Frick.

Teachers may also earn Act 48 activity hours by attending public lectures and workshops, and completing related lesson plans.

To learn more about our Act 48 programs, contact Beth Braughler, Assistant Curator of Education at:

E-mail:	bbraughler@TheFrickPittsburgh.org
Telephone:	412-371-0600, ext. 540

In-service Programs

In-service Programs: At the Frick or at Your School

The Frick Art & Historical Center is one institution that offers multiple experiences. Utilize the Frick as an education resource for teacher in-service programs at our site or yours.

Work with the Education Department to custom design an in-service day for your district, school or department. Programs are standards-based and emphasize cross-curricular connections with special attention to assessment anchors.

Some suggestions for in-service programs include:

Teacher Memberships

Did you know there is a category of membership just for teachers and administrators?

You can enjoy all the regular benefits of membership at the Individual level and receive free admission for two to all lectures and discounts on Act 48 programs for the same low cost of $45.00.

Contact the Membership Department to sign up today!

Telephone:

412-371-0600, ext. 572