Kelso Museum of Near Eastern Archaeology

Pittsburgh

Kelso Museum of Near Eastern Archaeology

July 7 2026
Within Walking Distance

Overview

Getting To and From

Inside the Venue

Onsite Accessibility

Our Guidelines

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About

The Kelso Museum of Near Eastern Archaeology (also known as the Bible Lands Museum) is located on the ground floor of Long Hall on the campus of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, at 616 North Highland Avenue in Pittsburgh's East Liberty neighborhood, near Highland Park. Its collection illustrates daily life in the ancient Near East — landscape and settlement patterns, domestic and communal architecture, agriculture and food preparation, crafts and technologies, trade, religious observance, and early writing systems. Admission and parking are free; the museum is open to the public Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., or by appointment, and guided tours can be requested online.

Getting To and From

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes
On Site Parking Garage or Lot	Yes	Yes	Parking is free. Handicap parking spaces are available in front of Long Hall; guests park in front of Long Hall and enter through the main entrance.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share	No	No
Off site Parking	No	No
Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	The facility accommodates visitors with disabilities. Handicap parking spaces are in front of Long Hall, and guests enter through the main entrance to reach the museum on the ground floor.
Site Map/Floorplan

Inside the Venue

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes
Dedicated Accessible Entrance	Yes	No	There is no separate dedicated accessible entrance; visitors use the main entrance of Long Hall, which is served by the handicap parking spaces in front and gives ground-floor access to the museum.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors	Yes	Yes	The museum occupies the ground floor of Long Hall, entered at ground level through the main entrance. Automatic/power doors are not specifically described on the site.
Security Checkpoint
Use of Mobility Aids	Yes	Yes	The facility accommodates visitors with disabilities, and the museum is on the ground floor with at-grade access from the main entrance. Loaner mobility aids are not mentioned.
Accessible Seating (Theater)	No	No

Location

616 N Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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	Parking is free. Handicap parking spaces are available in front of Long Hall; guests park in front of Long Hall and enter through the main entrance.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share	No	No
Off site Parking	No	No
Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	The facility accommodates visitors with disabilities. Handicap parking spaces are in front of Long Hall, and guests enter through the main entrance to reach the museum on the ground floor.
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	No	There is no separate dedicated accessible entrance; visitors use the main entrance of Long Hall, which is served by the handicap parking spaces in front and gives ground-floor access to the museum.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors	Yes	Yes	The museum occupies the ground floor of Long Hall, entered at ground level through the main entrance. Automatic/power doors are not specifically described on the site.
Security Checkpoint
Use of Mobility Aids	Yes	Yes	The facility accommodates visitors with disabilities, and the museum is on the ground floor with at-grade access from the main entrance. Loaner mobility aids are not mentioned.
Accessible Seating (Theater)	No	No

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	No	Yes
Elevators	No	No
On-Site Dining	No	No
Theater, Auditorium, etc. (Museum)	Yes	Yes	The Kelso Museum of Near Eastern Archaeology (the Bible Lands Museum) presents artifacts of daily life in the ancient Near East — settlement, architecture, agriculture, crafts, trade, religion, and writing. Admission is free; it is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., or by appointment.	Visits are self-guided during open hours, and guided tours can be requested online or by calling 412-924-1394. The director is Michael Danti.

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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