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The Pitassi Stained Glass Studio Design Collection at Saint Vincent College: A Labor in Light and Lead, ​January 29 - July 17, 2026

Organized by Jonah Weaver, C’27, this exhibition marks the first presentation of the works from the Pitassi Stained Glass Studio Collection at Saint Vincent College. Featuring over 40 design drawings from the Pittsburgh-based atelier, this show provides rare insights into the design process throughout the Pitassi Stained Glass Studio’s 34-year period. The studio’s founder, Leo Pitassi, and his daughter Louise Pitassi Ellis saved over 600 drawings before they were graciously donated to Saint Vincent College in 2021.  
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The Gothic Revival sketches - never-before-seen and extremely rare in their survival - highlight the ancient and ethereal inspiration that artists of the early twentieth century drew upon in modernist and historicist movements alike. Despite monumental commissions at Rosary Cathedral in Toledo and St. Anselm’s Church in Swissvale, PA, the work of Pitassi and Ellis has been overshadowed by designers like Tiffany Studios and Charles J. Connick. Nevertheless, this exhibition seeks to illuminate their legacy amid increased interest in Pittsburgh’s art glass industry. 

Please explore the Pitassi’s striking drawings and stained-glass windows at the exhibition’s opening reception from 4-7 pm on January 29, 2026. The event is free and open to the public. Enjoy a complimentary trolley ride from parking lot A to the gallery and view stained glass demonstrations by Brother Mark Floreanini, O.S.B. The exhibition also features an accompanying publication exploring the lives and work of Pitassi and Ellis. On view through July 17, additional programs will complement the show, including a field trip and lecture.

Stability and Improvisation: Discoveries from the Estate of Roman Verostko, October 23, 2025 - April 9, 2026

The Verostko Center for the Arts at Saint Vincent College is proud to present Stability and Improvisation: Discoveries from the Estate of Roman Verostko, a new exhibition celebrating the innovative spirit and enduring legacy of Roman Verostko (C’55, S’59, H’21).

Roman Verostko, C’55, S’59, H’21, was an international pioneer of art involving computers. Already established as a painter, printmaker, and conceptual artist, his breakthrough with computers came in his 50s and 60s. Not content to work only on screens, Verostko was the first to modify the pen plotter to fit a Chinese calligraphy brush, which opened an entirely new form of expression. Endlessly inspired by the world, the artists, and the people around him, he continued to innovate for the rest of his long life until his death at age 94.  
After decades of affiliation with Saint Vincent in various capacities (as a student, monk, priest, artist, instructor, and alumnus), Verostko bequeathed the contents of his studio and much of his estate to the college. This exhibition features fresh discoveries from that rich and expansive archive, showing a variety of works ranging from his time at the monastery, his pre-Algorist era, his Algorist era, and beyond. 
 
It was co-curated by Agnes-Rose Fischer, C’26, and Elizabeth Barker, Ph.D., Director and Curator, with help from Amy Roadman, Public Outreach and Programing Coordinator, and Scott Hunter, Preparator.

A True Treasure: Art from Saint Vincent's Collections, 6/12/25 - 12/6/25

This exhibition unites, for the first time, selections from Saint Vincent’s cornerstone art collections: the foundational grouping of “old master” paintings assembled by Boniface Wimmer through the auspices of his patron, King Ludwig I of Bavaria, and the Michael and Aimee Rusinko Kakos Collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Art.

Art has been central to a Saint Vincent education since our founding. Intriguingly, the art instruction offered to our earliest students in the 1850s closely resembled the art education of a contemporaneous group of young people in France -- artists whose bold experimentation became known around the world as Impressionism.  

New Programming

We have exciting new programs starting that we can't wait to share with you. Visit the LEARN page for more information and to register for the program that suits you best.

Visit Saint Vincent College for Our Vibrant Arts Programming

Saint Vincent College offers a dynamic schedule of arts programming and special events throughout the year, including visual art exhibitions, concerts, and theater performances. Hosted by the art, music, and theater departments, these events showcase student, faculty, and visiting artists while fostering creative exchange beyond campus.
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Community members are warmly encouraged to attend. Whether you’re visiting a gallery exhibition, enjoying a concert, or attending a live performance, Saint Vincent College’s arts events are open to all and designed to engage, inspire, and connect audiences from across the region.
Visit Saint Vincent College for ongoing programming and upcoming events in the arts, music, and theater.

Hours / Spring 2026

When Saint Vincent College is in session, our regular public open hours are: 

Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Those interested in visiting the Center from off campus are encouraged to confirm the Center is open before visiting. For research requests or to schedule a visit outside these hours, email verostkocenter[at]stvincent.edu. Visitors are encouraged to park in lots D & E near the Saint Vincent Archabbey Basilica. Download a walking map to the Verostko Center here. The Center is always free and open to all. We look forward to welcoming you!
The VCA is proudly named for digital art pioneer, Roman Verostko. Learn more about Verostko's work, formative years at Saint Vincent, and signature process of using computer code for creative purposes.
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Roman Verostko,Untitled, 1988, pen and ink plotter drawing, 22.25 x 24 inches, Roman Verostko and Alice Wagstaff Legacy Collection.
The Verostko Center for the Arts cares for over 4,000 works of art ​ranging from ancient to contemporary. Your support can help us preserve these creative legacies for future generations.

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