Tours of the Vanka Murals

Presented by Society to Preserve the Millvale Murals of Maxo Vanka at St. Nicholas Croatian Catholic Church, Pittsburgh PA

Ongoing

60-minute docent-led tour of the 25 murals painted by immigrant artist Maxo Vanka on the walls of St. Nicholas Croatian Catholic Church in Millvale in 1937 and 1941.

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Guided tours, provided by trained, enthusiastic docents last about an hour. In this time, you’ll gain insights into Vanka’s art and the experiences that shaped his ideas. Our terrific volunteer docents discuss and answer questions about Vanka’s early life, his success in Europe and his life in America.

You’ll see why these murals that capture the themes of justice, injustice, immigrant experience, spirituality, community and motherhood within the context of 1937 and 1941 are still

ADMISSION INFO

Admission is $15 per person. All ages are welcome.

Advance reservations are encouraged. Masks are required.

All guests must provide their names and contact information in advance or at registration.

Contact: 412-408-3180

Email: tours@vankamurals.org

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INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Aug 13, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Aug 20, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Aug 27, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Sep 3, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Sep 10, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Sep 17, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Sep 24, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Oct 1, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Oct 8, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Oct 15, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Oct 22, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Oct 29, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Nov 5, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Nov 12, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Nov 19, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Nov 26, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Dec 3, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Dec 10, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)
Dec 17, 2022 at 11:00 am - 02:00 pm (Sat)

Additional time info:

Public tours start at 11AM and 12:30PM every Saturday. These are 60 minute docent led tours. Docent tours at other times may be scheduled during the week or on Sunday. Register for a Saturday tour or request a private tour online: http://www.vankamurals.org/schedule-a-tour

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