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National Chemistry Week 2026

THEME: Chemistry Under Construction

Pittsburgh wasn’t built by steel alone-it was built by chemistry. From metallurgy and glass to polymers, coatings, and modern construction materials, chemistry has shaped our region for generations. Help us celebrate that legacy during National Chemistry Week 2026 by volunteering for Chemistry Under Construction and inspiring future scientists through hands-on activities and demonstrations.

In partnership with the Kamin Science Center (KSC), the ACS Pittsburg Local Section is excited to offer the following NCW 2026 events. All events will be held on site at the KSC.

Use the link to volunteer for these events or to request more information: NCW 2026 Preliminary Volunteering & Information Survey – Fill out form

Find more detailed information here.

The Pittsburgh Award and Distinguished Service Award are two of the Pittsburgh Local Section’s highest honors. If you have someone you feel is deserving of these awards, please consider nominating them! Visit our Pittsburgh Award and Distinguished Service Award pages for more details. The flyer is attached below!

Pitt_DS Awards Flyer 2026

The Pittsburgh Women Chemists Committee (WCC) recognizes excellence in the chemical sciences through two awards honoring distinguished service and professional achievement. If you have someone you feel is deserving of these awards, please consider nominating them! Visit our Women Chemists Committee Awards page for more details. The flyer is attached below!

2026 Award Nomination WCC

The Pittsburgh Award and Distinguished Service Award are two of the Pittsburgh Local Section’s highest honors. If you have someone you feel is deserving of these awards, please consider nominating them! Visit our Pittsburgh Award and Distinguished Service Award pages for more details. The flyer is attached below!

Pitt_DS Awards Flyer 2026

Join the Pittsburgh ACS for our annual summer picnic! We will have food, fun, and activities. All members are welcome along with their family and friends. The picnic will be at Mingo Shelter, Settlers Cabin Park on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

RSVP by Monday, June 8 here!