Insider's Guide: 59th Carnegie International

The 59th Carnegie International kicks off on May 2, 2026 and runs through Jan. 3, 2027.

Organized every four years by Carnegie Museum of Art, the Carnegie International is the longest-running exhibition of international art in North America. The 59th edition is the most collaborative and far-reaching to date—a clear expression of the museum’s founding commitment to the art and artists of our time, at once grounded in our locality and extending globally.

If the word we

Titled If the word we, the 59th Carnegie International considers the first-person plural as an open and evolving proposition—one shaped by listening, translation, and transformation—bringing together artistic practices that engage shared experience, circulation, and worlds in transition.

Where to see the Carnegie International

The 59th Carnegie International is being activated all throughout the city of Pittsburgh, with exhibits being features in neighborhoods including and beyond Oakland and the Carnegie Museum of Art campus.

Participating partners for this year's Carnegie International include:

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Julie Kahlbaugh

Participating Artists

The 59th Carnegie International will feature new and existing works by the following 61 artists from around the world at the museum and participating partner locations:

  • Georges Adéagbo
  • asinnajaq
  • Fe Avila
  • Maithili Bavkar
  • Dineo Seshee Bopape (Raisibe)
  • Saloua Raouda Choucair
  • Chung Seoyoung
  • Dang A Dang Radio
  • Torkwase Dyson
  • Elle Márjá Eira
  • Alia Farid
  • Sanchayan Ghosh
  • Beatriz González
  • Jonathan González
  • Abraham González Pacheco
  • Kearra Amaya Gopee
  • Priyesh Gothwal
  • Eric Gyamfi
  • d harding with Jordan Upkett
  • Jason Hirata
  • Hong Lee Hyunsook
  • Hyun Nahm
  • Firman Ichsan
  • G. Peter Jemison
  • Liz Johnson Artur
  • Arturo Kameya and Claudia Martínez Garay
  • Jasleen Kaur
  • Li Yi-Fan
  • Cinthia Marcelle
  • Hans Ragnar Mathisen
  • RJ Messineo
  • Shala Miller
  • Joar Nango
  • Sarah Ndele
  • Brooke O'Harra
  • Gabriela Pinilla
  • Khalil Rabah
  • Ana Raylander Mártis dos Anjos
  • Miller Robinson
  • Donald Rodney
  • Cameron Rowland
  • Daid Roy
  • Walter Scott
  • Mohit Shelare
  • Silät
  • Reina Sugihara
  • Ginger Brooks Takahashi
    • Lives in Pittsburgh
  • Camara Taylor
  • Sofu Teshigahara and Sogetsu Foundation
  • Natasha Tontey
  • Wu Tsang
  • Jonathan Yu
  • Zhao Yao

Plan Your Trip

With the Carnegie International lasting several months and into the new year, there's plenty of time to take in the exhibits. And with the International being stretched to venues beyond the Carnegie Museum of Art, it gives you an excuse to venture out to Pittsburgh's 90 neighborhoods and enjoy a day exploring.

Head to the North Shore and North Side to take in the exhibits at the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, Kamin Science Center, and Mattress Factory all in one day. Start your day with a coffee from Commonplace Coffee, The Government Center, or Covive Coffee. The North Shore boasts plenty of restaurants you can stop at for lunch and dinner, like Burgatory, Bar Louie, and Jason Aldean's, and if you're up in the North Side, we recommend Federal Galley, Fig & Ash, and Lindos Restaurant . If art gets you in the mood for a beer or cocktail, head to Southern Tier Brewing Company, Tequila Cowboy, Tom's Watch Bar, Mike's Beer Bar, or Wigle Whiskey.

Beyond food, the North Shore and North Side are bursting at the seams with things to do between stops. While by the Mattress Factory, stop by Randyland for a free outdoor art exhibit that's even more eclectic than it sounds. There's also the National Aviary, which you can stop at either before or after taking a peaceful stroll through Allegheny Commons Park. For another scenic view, you can also meander down the Riverwalk and take in the views of Downtown. If you're looking for a little more action, plan your trip for during football and/or baseball season, as the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates play right along the Allegheny River on the North Shore at Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park, respectively. You can also visit the Steelers Hall of Honor Museum, even in the team's off-season.

If you're planning on visiting the Carnegie International at its main campus of the Carnegie Museum of Art, you'll find yourself among one of the busiest neighborhoods in Pittsburgh.

We recommend parking away from the museum if only to grab a coffee at La Gourmandine, Redhawk Coffee Roasters, or Divvy Coffee & Beans to enjoy on a nice walk. Once you're hungry, stop for a bite to eat at The Porch, Stack'd Oakland, Pamela's Diner, or Sushi Atarashi; if you take your meal to go, you can enjoy it in Schenley Plaza right next to the University of Pittsburgh.

Speaking of the University of Pittsburgh, you have to go to the Cathedral of Learning while you're in the area. The tallest university building in the Western Hemisphere, the skyscraper affectionately known as "Cathy" houses 42 stories of classrooms, libraries, offices, and Nationality Rooms that can be toured. You can take an easy walk from Cathy to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, where you can enjoy seasonal displays showcasing the wonders of nature. And once you step outside of Phipps, you can enjoy nature in its natural habitat in Schenley Park. Plus, we'd be remiss not to mention going to the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, which is in the same building as the Museum of Art and is a can't-miss, especially since you'll be right there anyway and admission is included with your Museum of Art ticket.

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David DiCello
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