“It’s a national art and technology festival with over 40 interactive events and programs,” Create Festival Director Kim Chestney. “A convening of some of the nation’s most esteemed creative industry leaders and, most importantly, a showcase of nearly 50 of the most innovative tech projects this year.”
CBS, Pittsburgh

"I SO enjoyed Pittsburgh. The conference was full of interesting people and content, the arts organizations I visited were world class, and the city's culture of philanthropy and deep support for the arts was very refreshing. " ~Jaime Austin, Zero1 Garage, San Jose

"CREATE definitely has the potential of becoming the SXSW of the cross section of Visual Art and Innovative Technology." ~Emmanuel Fritz, Bass Structures, Milwaukee

"I had a great time and enjoyed meeting new people and new friends. It was a very well put conference, and the food was amazing!" ~Astrid Toha, Artist, Providence

"Thanks so much for inviting me to be part of this unbelievable feat of organization and vision. I met some fabulous people and got so much great food for thought." Sandi Carroll, Actress/Producer, Baltimore