Experience the Murals

  The docent led tour was exceptional. Such an aesthetic experience! Certainly a collection of gems to behold in Pittsburgh.

  Very impressed with tour of the murals; extremely interesting and moving. Highest recommendation. Great descriptions of the content and messages, unique perspective into the creation of modern masterpieces.

  I loved every minute of it. The photos I saw of the murals before my tour did not do them justice. They must be seen in person and... read more they are magnificent. This is one of those cool gems that makes Pittsburgh such an interesting place. These are a MUST SEE.

  An historical gem of Pittsburgh that deserves more attention. The murals cover the entire interior of the Church and capture themes of the immigrant experience, industrial exploitation, war, and social... read more justice. Vanka does a masterful job of capturing the experience and emotions of the Croatian immigrant community that the Church originally served.

  A tour of the Maxo Vanka murals is one of the richest cultural experiences that Pittsburgh has to offer, and should not be missed by those with an interest in... read more art, history, and culture.

Vanka’s masterpiece sprawls across the church’s walls and employs haunting imagery to elucidate the immigrant experience in the early 20th century. The rich social commentary offered by Vanka through the murals touches on topics including war, poverty, labor, and cultural assimilation. Vanka’s work remains deeply resonant today.

The docents who lead tours of the church are insightful and well-equipped to contextualize the art for visitors.

Altogether, a visit to the murals is an enriching experience that I would recommend to anyone visiting Pittsburgh.

  Although the murals are stunning and create a sense of awe, the explanations behind them make this tour even richer.