President’s Lecture: The Adventures of Young George Washington

On Presidents Day Weekend, join Andy Masich, president and CEO of the Heinz History Center, for a lively lecture about George Washington, the nation’s first president.

Focusing on his early explorations, Masich will reveal Washington’s loves, battles, and missteps on the wild Pennsylvania frontier during the days before the American Revolution.

Prior to the lecture, visitors are encouraged to visit the History Center’s Clash of Empires and My America: An Illustrated Experience exhibitions on the fifth floor.

This program is part of the History Center’s year-long commemoration of the U.S. Semiquincentennial, marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, in partnership with America250PA.

America250PA was established by the Pennsylvania state legislature and Governor in 2018 to plan, encourage, develop and coordinate the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, Pennsylvania’s integral role in that event, and the impact of its people on the nation’s past, present, and future.

Heinz History Center programs commemorating America’s 250th anniversary are supported by Nimick Forbesway Foundation, Richard King Mellon Foundation, Visit PA, and the Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD).

Admission

Admission is FREE for History Center members and included with regular admission for non-members. Not a member? Join today to receive free admission to this program and to the History Center year-round.

Kids ages 17 and under enjoy free admission every day, all year long, through the Kamin “Free for Kids” Initiative.