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Q&A with Living Historian Elizabeth Hobbs
The Fort Pitt Museum proudly presents living history programs in Point State Park throughout the summer, where re-enactors demonstrate daily life at Fort Pitt during the 18th century. The…
Bringing History to Life This Summer at the Fort Pitt Museum
The Fort Pitt Museum, located in historic Point State Park, is preparing for an active summer season you won’t want to miss. The 18th Century Frontier Speaker Series The new…
A Closer Look: An 18th Century Cannon
When looking at the Fort Pitt Museum’s reproduction Light British Six Pounder cannon or at the original barrels displayed in the Clash of Empires exhibition on the fifth floor of…
“I had to take the fife and use it”
In the 18th century military, fifers and drummers played a pivotal role at Fort Pitt. They not only announced daily routines for the military but also indirectly served as a…
3 Things Not to Miss This Summer at Fort Pitt
The Fort Pitt Museum, located in the heart of historic Point State Park, is gearing up for an active summer with a new exhibit, weekly Living History demonstrations and events,…