Through the Lens of Arrival: The Italian Immigrant Experience in Image, Film, and Live Music
Event information
March 8, 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
The Frick Art Museum Auditorium
Cost:
$15 Member$20 Adult
$20 Senior (65+)
$10 Youth (3-17)
$10 College Student (w/ ID)
Members of The Frick Societies receive complimentary admission
Description:
Inspired by the Lewis Hine Pictures America exhibition, enjoy a live-accompanied screening of The Italian (1915, 1h 18m). This special program traces themes of immigration, identity, and visual storytelling across photography and early film, enriched by historical insights and examples of archival materials from the Heinz History Center’s Italian American Collection. With Melissa E. Marinaro (Heinz History Center), Eric Cook (Pittsburgh Film Orchestra), and Chad Hunter (Pittsburgh Silent Film Society), followed by a Q&A.
Gallery access is not included with the program. We encourage guests to purchase an exhibition ticket to explore the exhibition beforehand.
