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Mattress Factory Museum

Mattress Factory Museum

Art Museum
Central Northside, Pittsburgh
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8.6/10
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    Zara K.
    "Great installations/ works of art."(5 Tips)
    Matthew C.
    "Give James Turrell's Pleiades all the time that your eyes need..."(4 Tips)
    MCG Jazz
    "One of the coolest places in Pittsburgh!"(2 Tips)
    Kourteney G.
    "main building by walking up Sampsonia"(2 Tips)
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  • DailyCandy
    DailyCandyFebruary 25, 2014
    Get lost in this installation-only museum filled w/ works by artists in residence from around the world. The permanent collection highlights artists like James Turrell alongside rotating exhibitions.
  • Jessica F.heart icon on user image
    Jessica FengJune 24, 2018
    On weekends, make sure to arrive in the morning to book a timeslot to view the James Turrell piece. They also have 2 Yayoi Kusama infinity rooms.
  • Vanessa T.heart icon on user image
    Vanessa ThomasMarch 23, 2015
    Easily one of the coolest museums I've been to. Great venue for events as well! Nice rotation of exhibitions keeps things interesting.
  • Lilith F.
    Lilith FuryDecember 27, 2016
    for the first year i lived in pittsburgh i thought this was an actual mattress factory. Its very modern, and unique. Bogo coupon in the entertainment book. Worth going to at least 3 times a year.
  • GQ Magazine
    GQ MagazineSeptember 28, 2017
    If you still don't believe us, check out the Mattress Factory, a contemporary-art space in an old factory…that produced mattresses. It's as vital an homage to Pittsburgh's prodigal son, Andy Warhol. Read more
  • Elizabeth L. G.
    Elizabeth L. GreppSeptember 3, 2013
    visit after mid-september '13, they're switching a lot of the exhibits right now. even though we got in for half the cost, we only got to see half the art! can't wait to return and see it all.
  • Jody W.heart icon on user image
    Jody WasbroSeptember 9, 2017
    Great small museum that even my 11yo enjoyed
  • Andra Z.heart icon on user image
    Andra ZapartanApril 10, 2016
    The polka dots room is pretty cool 😊
  • Heather H.
    Heather HansonJuly 18, 2012
    Boasting "Art you can get into" all are installations taking up major space. Unique and funky, come in the morning and grab a bite at the Boxspring Cafe on the way out.
  • Cheapism
    CheapismJune 1, 2011
    This modern and inviting museum has lots of interesting exhibits including a sculpture garden. Rooms are full of art, interactive workshops and hands-on exhibits. $10 admission. Read more
  • Jake I.
    Jake ImmelMarch 9, 2015
    I loved "yarn world!" The cafe is tasty and the space is a great use.
  • Matthew C.
    Matthew ConboyMay 26, 2012
    Give James Turrell's Pleiades all the time that your eyes need to adjust. You won't be disappointed. And don't forget to grab a snack in the cafe either.
  • Alex Z.heart icon on user image
    Alex Zito-WolfJune 12, 2015
    Super weird but very interactive. Will go back for sure!
  • Mikahla V.heart icon on user image
    Mikahla VicinoMay 15, 2015
    Fun and interactive. My favorite floor is the third.
  • RatedXGaming
    RatedXGamingSeptember 21, 2013
    Very interesting place and a good price for admission. The always changing exhibits keep me going back.
  • micah c.heart icon on user image
    micah craigNovember 3, 2021
    Super fun spot. Lots of Turrell.
  • Auke T.
    Auke TouwslagerApril 23, 2012
    Experience art you can get into — room-sized environments, created by in-residence artists. Check out the site for current exhibitions @ www.mattress.org
  • Ami H.
    Ami H.June 4, 2018
    Greer Lankton. A thousand times, GREER LANKTON.
  • Lauren P.
    Lauren PhillipsApril 5, 2017
    Interesting to say the least. This place always creeped me out a little bit but more like an intrigued creepy.
  • FUZE
    FUZEJune 14, 2012
    #UGP2012 Welcome to Wonderland! Take a spin on the FUZE art bike! We've got a FUZE for your unbirthday too!
  • Valerie G.heart icon on user image
    Valerie GaydosJune 4, 2016
    Stuff! Lots of cool stuff to see. Music
  • Paige C.
    Paige C.August 14, 2013
    The layout is confusing. I thought I'd be respectful and take the stair to go down two sets and learn I had to use the elevator.
  • MCG Jazz
    MCG JazzOctober 13, 2011
    See it all! One of the coolest places in Pittsburgh! Every room is a surprise!
  • Andy H.
    Andy HillNovember 3, 2016
    REALLY AWESOME MUSEUM!
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    barbeeJuly 17, 2015
    Awesome artwork!
  • Rachel L.
    Rachel LJanuary 8, 2020
    Awesome installations
  • Kourteney G.
    Kourteney GuentherNovember 17, 2010
    Be sure to visit the Annex if it's open. Enter the main building by walking up Sampsonia and check out the Poem House!
  • Terri A.heart icon on user image
    Terri AmadioApril 17, 2016
    Great art installation
  • Zara K.
    Zara KhanOctober 21, 2014
    Great installations/ works of art.
  • Luna La C.
    Luna La CremeNovember 17, 2010
    Take enough time to enjoy the exhibits on the 2nd floor. The one really takes you places in your mind =]
  • Melissa M.heart icon on user image
    Melissa MurpheyDecember 14, 2014
    Cafe is excellent.
  • KC S.
    KC SandersJuly 5, 2011
    Don't miss the James Turrell installations and polka dot rooms. Read more
  • Nathan S.heart icon on user image
    Nathan SwartzFebruary 24, 2015
    Just outstanding!
  • Jeffrey A.
    Jeffrey ANovember 8, 2013
    Don't be scared of the dark!
  • Paige C.
    Paige C.August 14, 2013
    2nd floor hmmmm so dark I wasn't sure where I was going. Bumped into people
  • Kory S.
    Kory ScottNovember 23, 2009
    Go to the main building, 4th floor and see the exhibit through the floor. It's trippy. Read more
  • Kory S.
    Kory ScottNovember 23, 2009
    Go to the 3rd floor and see the Infinity Dots Mirrored Room. Read more
  • Em O.
    Em O'BrienJanuary 18, 2010
    Art = yay.
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