Imagine Pittsburgh without the arts—it seems impossible! But who are some of the people, organizations, and events that have contributed to Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts community and that continue to create new opportunities for artists and audiences? Hear from panelists from Ag Works, I Made It, Open Thread, Unicorn Mountain, and UnSmoke Systems, who founded performance and exhibition venues, serious publications, and networking groups. Dr. Vicky A. Clark, independent curator and professor of art history, leads the discussion. Reception follows; cash bar.

Presenters include:

Sally Bozzuto, Ag Works

Carrie Nardini, I Made It

Scott Andrew–artistic director; Christiana Molldrem–executive director; Laura Miller–development coordinator, Open Thread

Curt Gettman, Unicorn Mountain

Jeanine Hall, UnSmoke Systems