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The Negro Motorist Green Book
The Negro Motorist Green Book exhibition, presented in partnership with the Smithsonian, offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in mid-century America and how the Green Book served as guide to freedom and opportunity amidst an era of oppression.
Living History Weekend
Journey back in time for living history on the museum lawn on Jun. 3 and 4.
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June 3
Guided Tour: The African American Impact on Western Pa. and Beyond
Join History Center docents for a guided tour on African American history in Western Pa.
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June 8
A Night at the Opera: Ezio Pinza, Claudia Pinza Bozzolla, and the Pittsburgh Connection
Join the Italian American Program for A Night at the Opera.
Tickets Required
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June 18
Special Insider Tour: 50th Anniversary of Rockshelter Excavation
Celebrate the Rockshelter’s golden anniversary with a special Insider Tour.
Tickets Required
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June 27
Crossroads of the World: The Impact of Urban Renewal Then and Now
Join the African American Program for a conversation on urban renewal in the Hill District.
Tickets Required
Preserving Pittsburgh’s Memories
Research family history, explore historic images, and search thousands of documents in the Detre Library & Archives at the History Center. Open Wednesday through Saturday and free to all visitors.
More than a ketchup museum.
The Heinz History Center is Pittsburgh’s people museum. We share the inspiring stories of Western Pennsylvania’s people who have helped change the course of American history. See for yourself.
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Smithsonian Treasures
Discover Smithsonian artifacts at the History Center and learn more about the museum’s Smithsonian affiliation.
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Unique Pittsburgh Gifts
From exclusive Heinz merch to the Mister Rogers kindness collection, find the perfect Pittsburgh gift at the Museum Shop.
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Family Zone
Build bridges in the interactive Discovery Place or explore the Neighborhood of Make–Believe.
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Explore Our Collections
Thousands of artifacts and historic images, at your fingertips.
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Smithsonian Treasures
Discover Smithsonian artifacts at the History Center and learn more about the museum’s Smithsonian affiliation.
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Unique Pittsburgh Gifts
From exclusive Heinz merch to the Mister Rogers kindness collection, find the perfect Pittsburgh gift at the Museum Shop.
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Family Zone
Build bridges in the interactive Discovery Place or explore the Neighborhood of Make–Believe.
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Explore Our Collections
Thousands of artifacts and historic images, at your fingertips.