Okay, this modern art at an extreme level. You wont find traditional canvases on the wall or the typical sculpture. Some of the installations are truly bizarre. We enjoyed it, just visit with a very open mind and no expectations.

Always has interesting exhibits that come and go as well as some neat permanent exhibits. The gallery consists of 3 buildings on same street, one large main building, and 2 smaller houses that gave been turned into galleries. There is also (limited) but free parking in a small lot on the side of the main building.Just be aware that some exhibits are extremely dark (low lighting), some exhibits have uneven flooring, and include a fair amount of steps to go up and down in the smaller galleries. There is also a cute gift shop and small cafe located in the main building.

If you were looking for something unique, this is the place to go. Even the setup of the buildings is different. I highly recommend anyone to go. the only issue I saw that would not be held as its not really handicapped accessible in the first building. The first one is not conducive even for anyone who has difficulty walking, just my opinion. The rest of it is easy. The last building where the entrance is did not have much. Building 2 is shut down right now.

Perhaps someone into unconventional artwork will find this place intriguing. I thought it was interesting and definitely not to my liking. However, I enjoyed the experience and learned something new.

Stumbled upon this contemporary art museum while visiting in downtown Pittsburgh for a night. It was open past 5 which was great, it was slightly hard to find but worth driving around for. It has a parking lot too which was nice. The art was very unique and literally pieces you could be in/a part of. Hope to go back one day to see new exhibits in the annexs!

This is one of the most carefully & beautifully captured works of art. So many different ideas and perspectives. A MUST SEE! There are a lot of areas of the museum that are intentionally dark, and a lot of uneven floor space and stair climbing. I would recommend wearing comfy shoes.

The first building is super cool. The third building was closed for renovations when we visited, but they gave us 50% off tickets for our next visit. I enjoyed Yayoi Kusamas pieces the best, but all the artists pieces were amusing.

No disrespect to the artists, but what kind of drugs do you need to be on to create whatever is going on in this place. Spent $40 because we heard it was a popular spot but wouldnt recommend. I felt super claustrophobic and actually super anxious more so to leave than actually being inspired...

An extraordinary experience! In my personal opinion this Museum its AMAZING! In the Sampsonia Annex, I felt overwhelmed, back to my childhood! Extremely powerful atmosphere, almost like a haunted house! Then, there was the exhibitions in the Monterey Annex, extremely rare and interesting! At this point your head is full of ideas and creativity, like a brainstorm...then you have the peace, calm and emptiness of the Main Building......the Mattress Factory Museum provides you an ecstasy and enchanted art experience...Ill be back there again soon!

If youre ever in Pittsburgh, check this place out. Theres creepy, erotic, insightful, beautiful, thought-provoking, and every other type of art you can imagine. Definitely not something you could see anywhere else.

One of the coolest museums youll visit. Solely dedicated to installation art, this museum is unique. Not to mention that its location is in the historical Mexican War Streets. Must visit.

This is definitely contemporary art but SO unique and such a great experience! If you love the fact that abstract art is awesome and everyone views art in many different forms then you will most certainly love this place! These pics are just a taste of the coolness.

Absolutely amazing. There are 3 buildings to visit. They are all amazing. The parking was limited but there is street parking.

Definitely an acquired taste, more for those artistically inclined.... Glad we got in for free being Sunday, though I still wanted a refund. I enjoyed the Andy Warhol Museum more than this place. Had some interesting pieces but not worth your time if youre visiting.

This is the best museum Ive ever experienced. The art all shares an Erie vibe. Every exhibit utilizes all your senses to draw you into the space. It is truly a unique experience

The installations here vary heavily by subject, medium, and artist so its hard to give a review that will last as installations change from the time of review. Unfortunately we missed out on a whole building because they were working on setting up installations in a building that wouldnt be available for around 2 months but they gave us 50% off coupons if we want to buy tickets to come back and see the new installations upon their completion which was a nice touch. I certainly wouldnt consider coming back so soon without the incentive. The staff was nice and I personally enjoyed many of the exhibits. Many focus on our own perception of the world such as rooms filled with colors to give the impression of dimensionality while the changing light in the room played with our minds understanding of this dimensionality. Similar effects such as projections/cutaways of light in dark spaces and Yayoi Kusamas typical infinity rooms also played with similar ideas. Unfortunately, because the bridge between the stairs and the main building are open to the air, the inside can be a bit warm though this is atypical since it was abnormally hot during our visit.

Definitely check it out. There are no words that adequately describe it. Take the time to really take in the installments. Enjoy yourself.

I WAS COMPLETELY IN AWE! This art museum is unlike any I’ve ever been to or seen and I’ve been to a lot 😂. DEFINITELY a must see place! Thought provoking and interesting art instillations! Couldn’t ask for more. It was more than I could had ever expected!

It was a really great experience.

This place is so fun. Love the unique art and location. Its definitely an experience, and navigating the installations is really cool. Highly recommend stopping by. Its in a nice, quiet, walkable area. Kind of pricy for the amount of exhibits they have, but still worth a visit for sure.

Way too expensive and a lot of dark, scary art. Not worth the cost and none of the exhibits were finished well. You could see all the tape, wiring, screws, etc. Definitely eclectic. Wish we could get a refund.

It was amazing, I Definitely enjoyed it totally recommend

The art is very very modern, but a lot of it either has only visual appeal, or an interesting message, never both, sometimes neither. However, the exhibit in the second building is very nice. Maybe not worth the price of full admission, though.

Waste of money. This is the best it gets. Weird, not art. We paid same amount for Heinz Museum which is huge and has something for everyone. Go there instead!

Eclectic museum of contemporary art, usually featuring several floors of installations. Multiple buildings (coverted warehouse & row homes), including housing for political refugees and artists.Pro tip- go to the 4th floor platform on the way to the outdoor stairs for a gorgeous view of the city skyline.

I love outsider art like this. Also really glad they gave us free passes for our next visit because they were working on new installations.

An utterly bizarre yet remarkable place where imagination and various visions come alive on rotating artist displays.

Three big buildings full of mesmerizing art. I love art and this really puts out all kinds! I loved the walk in rooms especially. Something everyone has to see

If you want an experience that not only peaks your interest but makes you feel like you are on a different planet, you have to check out The Mattress Factory! The neighborhood is so beautiful and the museum is expansive (and right down the street from Randyland)!Ive visited over and over, but I always am willing to come back.

I witnessed someone getting kicked out today for TAKING PICTURES (no flash)! Then they were followed and harrassed into the parking lot. They were doing absolutely nothing wrong and they were very respectful. It states right on your website that pictures are ENCOURAGED. Also in speaking with the woman these pictures were for personal use. This is so disheartening. We will never be back and will not recommend this place to anyone again.

LoooOOOVED this place! My boyfriend took me here on my birthday, and it was absolutely worth it. Tons of art, a bit weird so be prepared for that if youre going with a larger party. Wouldnt necessarily call it child friendly as I could see some kids being spooked out by some exhibits/some include nudity. The staff are amazing and super helpful. The gift shop has delicious coffee and a ton of cool stuff. Highly recommend!

This was definitely different. It has nothing to do with the name of the museum. It was quite the experience. It was pretty fast going through the four floors. It was a little creepy. I wouldnt recommend bringing kids like I did since I didnt know what to expect.

If you are in interest in modern art you just might want to check it and support the Art !

This amazing art museum is a must see in Pittsburgh. Located in the burbs of the Burgh, it is so much fun with location specific exhibitions... one of the houses makes you feel you are entering a dollhouse, the main building has some cool permanent and temporary displays... loved the polka dot room and the dark floor. .. super amazing experience with the great staff...

One of the coolest museums Ive visited. Walk-through art installations and a very laid back vibe. This is the sort of place where the artists ask you to interact with their work intellectually. Love this place.

Wow. The mattress factory easily rivals any museum in nyc where I’m from. It’s not a large space but they pack a punch.

Definitely a good time and very interesting art

Hidden gem of an interesting museum in Pittsburgh. Bring your out of town friends. Took off one star because it can be pretty brutally hot inside during the summer months.

Its an experience! Definitely a unique museum in a very unique part of Pittsburgh. The top floor exhibit with the upside down manikin horse with its face cut in half with a mirror replacing it is top notch nightmare fuel. The adjacent room with the spinning curtains is more fuel for your nightmare fire. The dark exhibit on the 2nd (?) floor is incredible. Simply amazing. DONT USE YOUR PHONE FLASHLIGHT YO. That just ruins the darkness. My favorite exhibit by far is the wooden confused chaos that is the cluttered stand-alone townhome. Its phenomenal. Its not the most jam-packed museum and if you take your time, you can spend 2 hours here, but if you bum rush it, itll be more like 30 minutes. Dont do that. No bum rushing.

Art exhibition space that specializes in conceptual art and experiences. Its a great place to spend a day. Remember to go to all three buildings, the main one is just the beginning.

Honestly, for the amount of money that was spent to enter this musuem, it was quite underwhelming. I have no idea how the first building you enter passed any type of building code, with the holes in floors, narrow, dark and uneven floors. The whole musuem is poorly lit and hard to see anything. Provided is a picture of the tool chest I had when I was a child in the museum. If I knew it would have been art, I wouldnt have sold it at a garage sale many years ago. All in all, if you are bored in Pittsburgh, want to underwhelmed with art and have nothing else to do, this might be the place for you!

I loved the installation art. I definitely plan on returning at a later date when everything is open [some things were closed due to covid]

This place was amazing! Several floors of art exhibits to check out. The infinity rooms from the exhibit that was going on this month was quite the room. The employees were very nice and knowledgeable. The bathrooms were clean but only located in the basement, thankfully they do have an elevator. The garden was also a nice addition. We went to all three buildings and each was so different that you want to visit all of them if you can. Parking was on site and easy to find, but the best part was it was free.

I love how this place has grown over the years with all the buildings dedicated to the arts.

Adventure tucked into a busy city. must be open minded

The Mattress Factory is a museum on the North Side of Pittsburgh. I visited for a birthday party and got a tour of the museum. The gathering space was quite nice. The museum was quite oddly laid out, and fairly small. The exhibits were few and not really appealing to anyone who isn’t an avid appreciator of really “deep” art. I’m sure others would love this place but for me, one time through was pretty much enough.

It was a great place to check out ! Especially if you’re into contemporary art galleries. Will be blunt though it is for sure not for the uber gentle and feeble crowd. But if that’s not you then you should be chillin to go.

A unique experience in art. One of the most fun and exciting museums I have ever visited.

Its a weird place. There were selective pieces of art which I actually enjoyed and which depicted true sense of utilizing artistic concepts in an intellectual way. Both of the art pieces were from dark floor (where they have kept minimum interference with light). Room with the mirrors is interesting. The one with all the carpenter work is very eerie and disturbing. I found it v overwhelming.The apartment is also a v unique and interesting concept. Rest of the artwork was v subjective. I still think that the admission fee is very high for the art displayed.

Very cool art installations and set up between three buildings in a beautiful neighborhood. Its a bit trippy and some of the art was explicit, so keep in mind for younger ones. We enjoyed our visit. We didnt notice that they installations had a small sign to explain the artists concept until half way through - so be sure to look or ask about them. We would have like more information about the artists as well - one building did provide. Unfortunately at the time of our visit a good number of installations were closed to set up a new ones. We received a coupon for a free admission but since we are out of town, we wont be able to use it. Staff was nice! We would recommend a visit! One of Pittsburghs unique museums!

Found a paint chip for a shade of yellow called wake up folded up in a window jam, on the back was a phone number. just in case I was in the dream of someone in a coma I called the number to make sure they were awake. everything worked out. great museum.

Love this museum, its quirky and weird but save for a few gems i often find temporary exhibitions to be less than engaging. The permanent collection including yayoi kusamas and greer lankton are fantastic.

Wish they had more to explore with in a museum, overall a great place to be confused in a good way with such beautiful artwork

My favorite museum in all of Pittsburgh. Its actually spread Averys 3 different buildings on the Northside. Very eclectic, very artistic. I love the static exhibits and the fact that they have rotating ones.

I love that its interactive and changes and gets updated regularly.

Some rooms were really cool others were meh. The ones that were really cool made up for the other ones though! Still recommend a visit but wish it was a bit more even as a museum overall. The coffee shop was really good!

Wonderful and interesting museum. Be sure to check out their special exhibits, with info available on the MF website.

It was fun.

Ive dubbed the Mattress Factory: Pennsylvanias Meow Wolf. Make sure to explore EVERY space. It starts...stuffy, odd, and wooden. Then, the further you go, it gets trippier like Meow Wolf. If youre in Pittsburgh, and you arent lame, check this place out. And be sure to enjoy some 🔥💨 beforehand ✌️☺️

I came here with my then-boyfriend (now husband). Its definitely an interesting and odd museum, in a good way. Many unconventional and hands-on exhibits that make you think. Check out my pictures to have a better understanding. I preferred this museum over the Andy Warhol museum though.

Always a fun experience at the matress factory, definitely not the place to take your kids,but a fun experience for teenagers/adults. even with covid-19 restrictions, the museum is still fun! wear a mask, social distance, refrain from touching stuff, and everyone can have a safe and fun experience.

Exhibitions at the mattress factory can be a little bit hit or miss based on your own personal taste. The person who likes to go through museums at full walking pace and never stop to really think about the exhibits, will enjoy this place, but really wont get as much from it as they could. However, if youre willing to linger and think about the installations and give them some time to sink in, and also maybe look up something about the artist on your smartphone, youll get a lot more out of these. Fair warning, like almost all Avent guard art installations any political topical content tends to range on the very socially liberal side of the spectrum. If you want to bring Fox-News-watching curmudgeonly Uncle Ralph to this place, hes going to complain.

Im not giving anything away like everyone else. Just go! Had a great time, for the third visit! Such a unique experience, one that can only be found here

A fun experience!

What a fun experience for someone that’s visiting Pittsburgh. I was shook when i found one of my favorite artists installation in the museum, Kusama. The museum has three different building in literally an old mattress factory, and they’ve preserved the original structure of the building and reused it as an art museum, genius. If you’re in Pittsburgh then I would say this is a must go to, the art housed in here is the type of art that elicits deep feelings and emotion from a far memory. Highly recommended.

Visiting from out of town, it was highly recommended and was very interesting to walk through. Biggest downfall was that so many exhibits are currently closed… We received a pass to return again when the exhibits are open, but as we are traveling and not locals that doesn’t help us. Wish there would have been a reduced price due to half of the museum being closed, or at least more information posted about the current closures.

One of my favorite museums in Pittsburgh. It features one of Yajoi Kusamas earliest Infinity Mirror Room installations. All in all, a great selection of permanent exhibits as well as an ever-changing variety of temporary works.

Unique experience for any art lover. Great exhibits that tell amazing stories. Take your time going through each one.

Awesome museum! Lots of weird art. Took about and hour and a half to walk through. And randyland is a cool attraction thats only a couple blocks away

Like no other museumAbstract art makes you feel like you are in a documentary.Price was great if you wanna find something to do

This place is fantastic. We got a membership so we can come back again

Unique exhibits, a must see in Pittsburg

Strange but unique. a museum in its own category, with plenty of things to see. staff was very friendly and helpful!

Great place to vist, close to the aviary so you can easily do both in one day. some exhibits change on a regular basis so there are always new things to see.

Great place. I really liked this museum ! Very scary as well !! I dont know why there are too little people during the day. It should be more popular !!

This museum is very unique. It is filled with interesting contemporary art pieces

Theyve got one of the earlier yayoi kusama infinity rooms. Go during the day on a weekday and you can hang out in it by yourself for an extended period of time and take all the instagram selfies you want.

Amazing and unique exhibits. This place was more than I was expecting. The only critique, I wish the sign-up sheet for the small exhibit was at the front desk. That would allow people time to view it at the end of their tour. We didnt do it because the time slots were so much later than when we were there.

I am glad that there is a museum that allows different artists to showcase their work. It just wasnt my cup of tea. Friendly team that works there though!

This is a very odd place, dont get me wrong if you love art you will love this place but some of the art is very provocative and vulgar so beware of floor 3 if you have kids there are three separate buildings two of them have multiple floors and one has one floor with a huge ball that bounces in a room and has black chalk or something and it bounces off the wall and creates art.........ok moving on if you take the steps in the main building you can get a view of downtown Pittsburgh which is cool but over all this is a nice place to go and relax I would advise to go early when they open which is 10 cause it can get crowded easily

A mix of good and ok rooms, some good rooms for photos and some rooms require patience to experience what the artist intended you to see. Its a good place for people who typically dont like museums or art galleries.

Spectacular venue

Its an interesting visit when you come to Pittsburgh. Definitely different and theres something cool to look at for just about anyone. The second building had alot of carpentry work so my husband loved it. Only bad thing is there are no elevators in second or third building so if you have a baby, you will be carrying! But it makes for a more intimate space and the sweet folks that work there will watch your stroller.My husband and I had a great day!

A huge variety of art displayed in the three different annexes. Unfortunately, we dont get to see a great deal of the main building since they were installing new exhibits. Since that was the case they gave everyone admission vouchers to come back! And we will.

Experiential, incredibly immersive art exhibits. A very evocative experience.

A museum like no other. Its been around for forty years and shows it. Most art is from the 70s and 80s. Nothing newer. Some pretty cool, different works but not a kid friendly environment. Most art in the mattress factory wouldnt catch a childs eye or should. The second museum is difficult to maneuver for an adult let alone a child or senior. The third was bland on the second and third floor but the area when you first walk in takes the cake. A few cool photo opps but needs more current art and cleaned up some. Oh, the food on the cafe was delicious. The wait was a little long but the avocado grilled cheese was the bomb!

One of the most interesting museums Ive ever visited

They always have lots of cool stuff and I especially like that they try to highlight artists of non-cis/het/white backgrounds. But also the nature of the space means it lacks a lot of accessibility. If you have mobility issues then you are limited in what pieces you can see.

The most amazing art intallations!!!!!! I am excited to return again and again for the new installations and even experience older installations again and again. Always a wonderful experience.

Mattress Factory is a thought provoking, emotion stirring visual experience in Pittsburgh. The artist create such powerful works. My personal favorite was the second floor of the Main building. James Turrell turns dark spaces and single poonts of light into a masterwork of emotion. A must see in Pittsburgh.

After this museum I realized Im not as artistic as I thought. Or at least I didnt quite get what they were going for here. I think it was a bit too extreme in some cases for me.We started out thrilled with the unique 4th floor, and then when we moved down to the 3rd floor we lost a lot of interest. The mirrored room was certainly the highlight of this museum. The 2nd floor is basically empty rooms with a special dark experience. Ill admit I enjoyed the dark room the most.All the additional buildings associated with the mattress factory delivered some truly weird experiences. Honestly, none of it really landed with me. I couldnt/wouldnt recommend paying $20 a person to go here.

Just a bunch of garbage. Will not return

I love art and there were only one or two good exhibits. A lot of the pieces were completely creepy and the unfinished parts of the building gave an eerie feeling. I left feeling dirty and unclean. Maybe my bad experience had a lot to do with the current exhibits, I couldnt honestly tell you but I wont be going back.

Unique. Older houses with some fun displays. Not amazing but eccentric and something that was enjoyable.

This musuem is really spectacular specializing in full-size art installations. The location tucked into Northside is really neat. The musuem also features outposts that worth checking out as well. You also get spectacular views going to the stairwell. A must see.

My absolute fav artist has a permanent exhibit here. Its a unique magical place you will get lost in! Three different buildings, Im a member for a reason as I fell in love with it

Awesome place. Creativity was pushed to the ultimate level of different. 3 buidlings of art work crafted. Definitely would make it a must do trip if your in the pittsburgh, pa visiting or traveling.

Not your typical museum. Definitely a must see make sure you go to all three buildings and check out the house poem behindIt. Randyland is right around the corner!! DO GO THERE!!!!!

One of the most impressive things about Pittsburgh is the Mattress Factory - I cant wait to go back

I honestly dont see how this place has so many reviews. Honestly a waste of time and money in my opinion.