Category: In the News
2026
What’s new in U.S. cities for 2026—and how to experience it
Cities across the U.S. are renovating attractions, unveiling museums and celebrating anniversaries. Whether you want to drive around LA in a classic car or beatbox in the Bronx, these tours…
Read morePittsburgh leaders honor 5 museums that earned national recognition in USA Today rankings
Five of Pittsburgh’s museums are being recognized both nationally and locally, and city leaders say it comes at the perfect time. The August Wilson African American Cultural Center also made…
Read more‘Museum Week’ proclaimed in Pittsburgh as local museums rank among nation’s best
Pittsburgh officials recognized several local museums for being ranked among the best in the country. The Heinz History Center and Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh were ranked No. 1 in their…
Read moreNia Sioux, former “Dance Moms” star, is ready to tell her story “unapologetically”
Former “Dance Moms” star Nia Sioux opens up about her new book “Bottom of the Pyramid.”
Read moreWhat it means to grow up Black and a girl in Pittsburgh: Perspective and the places that support us
Growing up Black and a girl in Pittsburgh has meant learning who I am while the world tries to tell me who I should be. Some of my earliest memories…
Read more10 best museums in the US that you can visit for free
Named after the well-renowned playwright, this Pittsburgh institution features rotating exhibitions centering on Black culture. Previous exhibitions have featured the works of artists like Jo-Anne Bates and Garrett Bradley, highlighted…
Read moreCelebrating Black History Month at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center
The vibrant artwork is on display at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center.
Read moreKidsburgh’s 2026 Summer Camp Guide: 75 local camps for kids of all ages and interests
Summer is coming (we promise!) and our annual Summer Camp Guide is here to help you plan a season of fun and learning for your kids. As always, we’re excited…
Read moreWhat Does Black History Month Mean to Pittsburgh?
In Pittsburgh, Black History Month is far more than a calendar event. In the Hill District, East Liberty, the Strip, inside kitchens, music studios, theaters, and media offices, Black Pittsburghers…
Read moreYouth Express: Envisioning A Just Pittsburgh
From 01/24/2026: Dawn Martin (12th grade, Passport Academy Charter School) discussing her award-winning entry from Envisioning A Just Pittsburgh, an art show presenting visions for a just and equitable Pittsburgh,…
Read more10 reasons to get out of the house and explore in January: Pittsburgh Restaurant Week, Sad Karaoke and more
Join the August Wilson African American Cultural Center to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its Poetry Unplugged series and honor the trailblazing life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Experience a…
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August Wilson Center raising funds with seat-naming opportunity
Theater-goers have a chance to make a visible investment in the August Wilson African American Cultural Center in Downtown Pittsburgh through new seat-naming opportunities. The initiative is a legacy-giving chance…
Read moreAugust Wilson Center Community Day Celebrates Kwanzaa, Christmas
Sarah and Gerald Haynes posed for a photo with their 16-month-old daughter in front of Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturday, eager to teach her not only Christmas traditions but…
Read moreNigerian artist Peju Alatise’s sculptural installation returns to Pittsburgh’s August Wilson Center
Nigerian artist Peju Alatise’s sculptural installation “Flying Girls” was one of Pittsburgh’s visual art highlights of the year in 2018. The stunning, room-sized piece made its U.S. debut at the…
Read morePittsburgh’s People of the Year 2025 — Performing Arts: Janis Burley
When Janis Burley took over as leader of the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) in 2017, she knew what kind of organization she wanted to develop. “My vision…
Read moreMon Valley native Tamara Tunie holds her heritage close to her heart
Tamara Tunie said she has taken her Pittsburgh roots into every performance she’s done. That heritage came full circle on Nov. 21 when the August Wilson African American Cultural Center…
Read more15+ Things to Do this Weekend in Pittsburgh, from Light Up Night to Comedy in a Sauna
Fuel the Future: Take Center Stage Gala at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. Join the museum to mark the 15th anniversary of the iconic building’s opening, to honor…
Read moreNational Luminaries and Pittsburgh Trailblazers to be Honored at August Wilson Cultural Center Gala
While the August Wilson African American Cultural Center’s upcoming gala acts as a celebration, it also serves as a fundraiser — a way to support the nonprofit’s mission of elevating…
Read morePittsburgh International Jazz Festival 2025
The 2025 Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival delivered a standout event this year. The outdoor stage stretched across Liberty Avenue with a two-day line up of artists that combined tradition and…
Read moreBridging Legacies Through Pittsburgh’s Vibrant Black History, Culture, and Thriving Businesses
When people think of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, its steel legacy and passionate sports culture usually spring to mind first. But with over 440 bridges linking its many communities, the “Steel City”…
Read moreJazz Notes: A look back at the Pittsburgh International Jazz Fest
I was about to make my first visit to the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF), one of the major free jazz festivals in the country. However, there was some anxiety…
Read morePittsburgh International Jazz Fest Celebrates Artistic Freedom
Janis Burley, the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival’s founder and artistic director, did not, as might be expected, spend the eve of her brainchild’s 15th edition fine-tuning details of the concerts…
Read more2025 Pittsburgh Jazz Festival in pictures
Now in its fifteenth season, the 2025 Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (co-presented by Highmark and Blue Cross Blue Shield) had downtown Pittsburgh buzzing with excitement this past weekend. Liberty Avenue…
Read moreThe Pace Report: “The Hard Road Is The One Less Traveled” The Christone “Kingfish” Ingram Interview
Welcome to this special edition of The Pace Report reporting live from the 15th Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival. Clarksdale, Mississippi native Christone “Kingfish” Ingram not only is a Grammy-Award winning…
Read moreDee Dee Bridgewater, Keith David, and more celebrate jazz
This past weekend the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF) hosted a three-day celebration with performances by Dee Dee Bridgewater, Keith David, Eric Benet, Jazzmeia Horn, and more. Co-presented by Highmark…
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