Most of us are huddled up at home these days, hoping to flatten the curve of the coronavirus in Pittsburgh. While we’re fortunate to be safe at home, we’ll also likely admit that it can get pretty frustrating and even boring, causing cabin fever. These six virtual activities in Pittsburgh, however, promise plenty of fun and interesting experiences. See what you think.
- Cartooning with Joe Wos
Facebook/How To Cartoon with Joe Wos Have you ever dreamed of drawing cartoons? Learn the techniques of cartooning with local artist and teacher Joe Wos. Join Wos each weekday at 1 p.m. to learn how to draw new and fun characters. Join the livestream or watch former episodes here. Or, go here for Wos’ Facebook.
- Heinz History Center
Facebook/Heinz History Center Spend an afternoon – or longer – touring the Heinz History Center right from the comfort of your couch. The Heinz History Center offers a generous assortment of virtual tours and videos of the museum exhibits. Learn more about Kennywood, Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures, and World War II, for example. Click here for the Heinz History Center.
- The Frick
Facebook/The Frick Pittsburgh You’ll find hours of fun, right at home, from The Frick. Embark on one of several virtual tours that will give you a glimpse of the Art Museum’s permanent gallery and the Car and Carriage Museum. Journey to France, too, at the Vive La France virtual gallery. You’ll also find fun activities for the kids you can print out. Click here to embark on your virtual tour of The Frick.
- Carnegie Science Center
Facebook/Carnegie Science Center Visit the Carnegie Science Center’s website daily to discover what new activities have been posted. Every day at 8 a.m., you’ll find new ideas in three categories – Things to Read, Things to Watch, and Things to Do. The latter, for example, one day offered instructions on how to make your own telescope at home. Click here to get started.
- National Aviary
Facebook/National Aviary Bring the National Aviary right into your living room whenever you want. You can keep track of the Peregrine Falcon on the special falcon nestcam. Go virtual birding, and learn how to birdwatch in your own backyard. Find the National Aviary’s website here.
- Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Facebook/Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium Need a bit of calm in the middle of a hectic day? The Pittsburgh Zoo’s got you covered with its Penguin Cam and Cheetah Cam. You can even move the camera around until you spot the penguins or the cheetahs. Click here for the official website of the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium.
What are some fun virtual activities in Pittsburgh you’ve been participating in since the lockdown? Join the conversation in the comments! When it’s okay to explore again, check out the six most beautiful short and sweet hikes in Pittsburgh.
Facebook/How To Cartoon with Joe Wos
Have you ever dreamed of drawing cartoons? Learn the techniques of cartooning with local artist and teacher Joe Wos. Join Wos each weekday at 1 p.m. to learn how to draw new and fun characters. Join the livestream or watch former episodes here. Or, go here for Wos’ Facebook.
Facebook/Heinz History Center
Spend an afternoon – or longer – touring the Heinz History Center right from the comfort of your couch. The Heinz History Center offers a generous assortment of virtual tours and videos of the museum exhibits. Learn more about Kennywood, Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures, and World War II, for example. Click here for the Heinz History Center.
Facebook/The Frick Pittsburgh
You’ll find hours of fun, right at home, from The Frick. Embark on one of several virtual tours that will give you a glimpse of the Art Museum’s permanent gallery and the Car and Carriage Museum. Journey to France, too, at the Vive La France virtual gallery. You’ll also find fun activities for the kids you can print out. Click here to embark on your virtual tour of The Frick.
Facebook/Carnegie Science Center
Visit the Carnegie Science Center’s website daily to discover what new activities have been posted. Every day at 8 a.m., you’ll find new ideas in three categories – Things to Read, Things to Watch, and Things to Do. The latter, for example, one day offered instructions on how to make your own telescope at home. Click here to get started.
Facebook/National Aviary
Bring the National Aviary right into your living room whenever you want. You can keep track of the Peregrine Falcon on the special falcon nestcam. Go virtual birding, and learn how to birdwatch in your own backyard. Find the National Aviary’s website here.
Facebook/Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Need a bit of calm in the middle of a hectic day? The Pittsburgh Zoo’s got you covered with its Penguin Cam and Cheetah Cam. You can even move the camera around until you spot the penguins or the cheetahs. Click here for the official website of the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium.
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