Team-Building Events

Rivers of Steel offers a variety of team building workshops that include tours and experiences in metal and graffiti arts inspired by the region’s industrial heritage and creative spirit. Whether you want to get your hands dirty at the Carrie Blast Furnaces or would prefer we bring the action to you, we’ve got you covered with team building opportunities for groups of all sizes. Workshops are available between March and November.

Email jhanson@riversofsteel.com for more information or call 412.464.4020 x 246.

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participants show off their molds created during a team building workshop

Workshop participants hold up their completed aluminum castings.

Metal Arts & Graffiti Arts Experiences

Metal arts experiences at Rivers of Steel include hands-on workshops in aluminum casting, blacksmithing, and welding that can be customized to fit the needs of your group. Experiences in graffiti and style-writing are also available. Groups can choose from hands-on style-writing with aerosol paint to live demonstrations and tours of the facility featuring over fifty graffiti-style artworks created by artists from around the world.

Mini-industrial tours of the Carrie Blast Furnaces can be added to any package for the ultimate site experience. All workshops are staffed by Rivers of Steel professional artists to ensure a memorable experience for everyone in your team. Download our team building brochure or contact us for more information on catering, pricing, and available options.

Looking for something special?  Tell us what you have in mind and let’s make it happen! Email arts@riversofsteel.com for more information.

“I enjoyed every single part of the workshop SO MUCH! This was my first visit to the Carrie Furnaces and I loved learning about how Pittsburgh was shaped by the steel industry. I love team building activities where we actually get to build something as a team :D”

Elise WaltonDuolingo Corporation
visitors to the iron garden point out the mill in the background

Iron Garden Parties

Book your next outdoor event or party in Rivers of Steel’s Iron Garden!  Flanked by the massive industrial facade of the Carrie Furnaces, the Iron Garden is an intimate and charming green space celebrating the variety of natural growth returning to the former mill.

To book a garden party or special event contact info@riversofsteel.com or call 412.464.4020 ext. 232 for information.

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such as tours, workshops, and festivals happening at each unique attraction.