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Opening Reception with Artist - Humaira Abid: Searching for Home

Presented by Contemporary Craft at Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh PA

Apr 09 - 10 2021
Opening Reception with Artist - Humaira Abid: Searching for Home

Hear the artist Humaira Abid’s inspiration for artwork in her solo exhibition, Searching for Home, at the opening reception.

Experience Humaira Abid: Searching for Home through the artist's voice as she shares her research and interviews with refugee women that inspired her artworks. The exhibition presents a look at the worldwide refugee crisis focusing on women and girls who make up a disproportionate percentage of the millions of people who have fled their home countries as a result of political conflict and strife, ethnic cleansing and persecution, domestic abuse, climate change and crimes against humanity. The ... view more »

INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Additional time info:

Opening Reception with the artist on Saturday, April 10 from 11 am to 4 pm

* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

LOCATION

Contemporary Craft

5645 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

PARKING INFO

Parking: visitor-only parking lot in the back of Contemporary Craft (Access Contemporary Craft’s parking lot on Berlin Way. Space are limited, please plan your visit in advance.), street parking.
Public Transportation: 87, 91, 93
Bicycling: Bicycle racks are provided in front of the main entrance for use during regular open hours. Bicycles are parked at the owner’s risk; CC accepts no responsibility for vandalism or theft.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

Info regarding how this event is being affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.:

Your timed ticket (free admission) includes access to the exhibitions, Drop-In Studio art activity, and The Store. Before you reserve tickets today, here are the new safety protocols: 1. All tickets must be reserved in advance. You will be able to enter by showing an electronic or printed copy of your receipt at our front desk. To ensure safety for everyone, we are limiting the number of people who can be in the building. * For Groups of 10 or more people, you must make arrangements with us before visiting by calling 412-261-7003 or emailing info@contemporarycraft.org. 2. Wear a face mask. For your safety and the safety of those around you, face masks are required for all guests ages 2 and up for the entire duration of your visit. * If you or a member of your party has a medical condition that prevents the wearing of a mask, you must make arrangements with us before visiting by calling 412-261-7003 or emailing info@contemporarycraft.org. 3. Maintain a safe distance. Please leave plenty of room between yourself and the other guests during your visit. 4. When in doubt, ask for assistance. In order to minimize contact with surfaces, please refrain from touching surfaces and objects unless absolutely necessary. You can use the hand sanitizing stations located throughout the building. 5. No food or drink allowed. If you feel ill or have recently come in contact with someone who is exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. We will be excited to welcome you back at

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