Contemporary Craft

Pittsburgh

Contemporary Craft

July 22 2026
Within Walking Distance

Overview

Getting To and From

Inside the Venue

Onsite Accessibility

Our Guidelines

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About

Contemporary Craft is a free contemporary-craft museum in Pittsburgh's Upper Lawrenceville neighborhood, with its Main Gallery, Gerri Kay Exhibition Cases, and Store in the Raphael Building at 5645 Butler Street and hands-on Metals, Fiber, Wood, and Laser Cutter studios in the adjacent Timmons Studios (5688 Butler Street). It is broadly accessible: power-assist doors at the Raphael Building's main entrance, a dedicated accessible entrance along 57th Street at Timmons Studios (ring the doorbell), a lift to the second-floor Fleischner Family Fibers Loft, an accessible parking space in the Butler Street lot (limited — call ahead), accessible restrooms in both buildings, large-print materials, and open captioning and audio description on an exhibition basis. Admission is free; hours are Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Thursdays until 7 p.m.), closed Sundays.

Getting To and From

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes
On Site Parking Garage or Lot	Yes	Yes	A front parking lot faces Butler Street at the Raphael Building (5645 Butler Street), and it includes an accessible parking space. Because space is limited, calling in advance is recommended.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share	Yes	Yes	Public transit serves the museum via Pittsburgh Regional Transit routes 87, 91, and 93.
Off site Parking	Yes	Yes	Street parking is available on 57th Street and along Butler Street. Parking for the accessible entrance of Timmons Studios is available on 57th Street.
Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	Power-assist doors are located at the Raphael Building's main entrance on Butler Street. At Timmons Studios, an accessible entrance is located along 57th Street — ring the doorbell for entry.
Site Map/Floorplan

Inside the Venue

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes
Dedicated Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	Timmons Studios has a dedicated accessible entrance along 57th Street (ring the doorbell for entry), with parking for it available on 57th Street.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors	Yes	Yes	Power-assist (automatic) doors are located at the Raphael Building's main entrance on Butler Street, and both buildings are wheelchair accessible.
Security Checkpoint
Use of Mobility Aids	Yes	Yes	Both buildings are wheelchair accessible, and a lift provides access to the second-floor Fleischner Family Fibers Loft in Timmons Studios. Service animals are permitted. Loaner wheelchairs are not mentioned, so plan to bring your own.
Accessible Seating (Theater)

Location

5645 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

Getting To and From

Find essential details on parking, drop-off points, and accessibility to make your visit smooth and hassle-free.
Check the table below for more information.

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes
On Site Parking Garage or Lot	Yes	Yes	A front parking lot faces Butler Street at the Raphael Building (5645 Butler Street), and it includes an accessible parking space. Because space is limited, calling in advance is recommended.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share	Yes	Yes	Public transit serves the museum via Pittsburgh Regional Transit routes 87, 91, and 93.
Off site Parking	Yes	Yes	Street parking is available on 57th Street and along Butler Street. Parking for the accessible entrance of Timmons Studios is available on 57th Street.
Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	Power-assist doors are located at the Raphael Building's main entrance on Butler Street. At Timmons Studios, an accessible entrance is located along 57th Street — ring the doorbell for entry.
Site Map/Floorplan

Inside the Venue

Get to know what to expect indoors—from seating layouts to restrooms and concessions.

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes
Dedicated Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	Timmons Studios has a dedicated accessible entrance along 57th Street (ring the doorbell for entry), with parking for it available on 57th Street.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors	Yes	Yes	Power-assist (automatic) doors are located at the Raphael Building's main entrance on Butler Street, and both buildings are wheelchair accessible.
Security Checkpoint
Use of Mobility Aids	Yes	Yes	Both buildings are wheelchair accessible, and a lift provides access to the second-floor Fleischner Family Fibers Loft in Timmons Studios. Service animals are permitted. Loaner wheelchairs are not mentioned, so plan to bring your own.
Accessible Seating (Theater)

Onsite Accessibility

Learn about ramps, elevators, restrooms, and other accessible features available during your visit

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes	Additional Info / Things to Know
Restrooms	Yes	Yes	Accessible restrooms are indicated by signs, located on the main floor of the Raphael Building (5645 Butler Street) and on the first and second floors of Timmons Studios.
Elevators			A lift provides access to the Fleischner Family Fibers Loft on the second floor of Timmons Studios. (A separate full elevator is not described; the Raphael Building's galleries and store are on the main floor.)
On-Site Dining
Theater, Auditorium, etc. (Museum)	Yes	Yes	Contemporary Craft is a free contemporary-craft museum in Upper Lawrenceville, spanning the Raphael Building (5645 Butler Street) — the Main Gallery, Gerri Kay Exhibition Cases, and Store — and Timmons Studios (5688 Butler Street) — hands-on Metals, Laser Cutter, Fiber, and Wood studios. Hours are Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Thursdays until 7 p.m.), closed Sundays.	Admission is free. Large-print materials are available, and open captioning and audio description are provided on an exhibition basis. Requests for accommodations should be made at least two weeks in advance; contact 412-261-7003 or info@contemporarycraft.org.

Our Guidelines

1. Make Accessibility Info Easy to Find - Dedicated Website Accessibility Page

Clearly post detailed accessibility information online, covering parking, entrances, interior pathways, site plans, and more.

2. Include All Mobility Devices

Consider walkers, canes, crutches — not just wheelchairs. Provide specifics for a variety of mobility needs. Include people who use different devices in the conversation.

3. Go Beyond ADA Compliance

ADA is the minimum. Strive for real-world accessibility through thoughtful design and ongoing improvements.

4. Visibility = Accessibility

If disabled visitors aren't present, barriers may exist. Transparency and preparation are the keys to inclusion. Empower everyone to attend.

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