Events
History Explorers: Portraits of Pittsburgh
This History Explorers program has been cancelled. Thank you for understanding.
“Sitting” Tour: Gene Kelly’s Pittsburgh (Part 2)
Each 30-minute “sitting” tour will zigzag across the region and toggle through time, allowing you to experience the Jewish history of our region in an immersive and interactive way.
Homeschool Open House at Meadowcroft
This program at Meadowcroft has been postponed. Please continue to check our website for updated information.
Friday Night Fun: Pittsburgh’s Great Fire
This program has been cancelled. Thank you for understanding.
Powerful Pittsburgh Women: Celebrating the 19th Amendment Centennial
This educator workshop has been cancelled.
Meadowcroft’s Opening Day
Visit Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village on opening day and help us kick off the 2020 season.
Washington County Free Museum Day
Washington County’s Free Museum Day is postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date.
Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence
Marking the centenary of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment in 1920, Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence will explore the history and complexity of the national suffrage movement.
Girl Scout Day at the Fort Pitt Museum
Girl Scouts are invited to enjoy a full day of programming to learn about early Pittsburgh, women in the 18th century, and the environment.
Portraits of Pittsburgh Family Day
Join us for a fun day of exploring the History Center’s newest exhibition, Smithsonian’s Portraits of Pittsburgh!
Hop Into History: Cooking Up Italian American Traditions
Visit the Special Collections Gallery to look at objects that tell the stories of Italian Americans in Pittsburgh and then head into the kitchen to make a traditional recipe.
28th Annual History Makers Award Dinner
Now in its 28th year, the History Makers Award Dinner is a one-of-a-kind event in the city of Pittsburgh, presented by BNY Mellon & Citizens Bank.
African American Genealogy Workshop
Learn more about the history and genealogy of African and Native American peoples from genealogical expert Angela Walton-Raji and Alaina Roberts, Ph.D.
Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice
Join us at the Frick Environmental Center for a screening of “Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice” part of the 2020 From Slavery to Freedom Film Series.
The Indian World of George Washington
Drawing on his prize-winning book, Colin Calloway will discuss how the Indian nations of the Ohio country shaped the life of the man who shaped the nation.
Scottish Genealogy Workshop
Join internationally renowned genealogist Paul Milner for the History Center’s first Scottish Genealogy Workshop.
Walk Through Prehistory
Travel through time on a 2-mile hike through the woods and fields surrounding Meadowcroft Rockshelter, the oldest site of human habitation in North America, with Venture Outdoors.
Hop Into History: Toy Time
It’s time to play! See toys made in Pittsburgh, make a toy timeline, and try toys from the past.
Illegal to Be You: Gay History Beyond Stonewall
The Heinz History Center will welcome Katherine Ott, curator and historian at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, for a special evening program in celebration of Pride Month.
23rd Annual Meadowcroft Atlatl Competition
Beginners are invited to try using the atlatl and watch some of the world’s best competitors from the World Atlatl Association compete for high score.
Homeschool Day for Little Learners
Homeschool families with young children, up to third grade, are invited to enjoy small hands-on crafts, games, and learning with the Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park.
Insider Tour of Meadowcroft Rockshelter
Enjoy an exclusive insider tour of Meadowcroft Rockshelter with James M. Adovasio, Ph.D., lead archaeologist on the site.
Anthony Wayne and the Founding of the U.S. Army
In commemoration of the U.S. Army’s 245th anniversary, the Fort Pitt Museum welcomes William Hogeland whose book, Autumn of the Black Snake, details the founding of the Army.
Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate the spirit of America with historical demonstrations and period games at Meadowcroft on Independence Day.
Summer Camp: City Favorites
1st – 3rd graders, explore some of Pittsburgh’s favorite things!
Summer Camp: The Changing City
4th – 6th graders, explore how Pittsburgh has evolved and changed!
Women’s History Seminar: 19th Amendment Centennial
The Fort Pitt Museum will honor the 19th Amendment Centennial with lectures featuring women in both American and Pittsburgh history.
Summer Camp: City Artists
1st – 3rd graders, try the styles and methods of Pittsburgh artists!
Summer Camp: Cooking Up History
4th – 6th graders, explore Pittsburgh’s history through food!
Summer Camp: The Changing City
4th – 6th graders, explore how Pittsburgh has evolved and changed!
Summer Camp: City Artists
1st – 3rd graders, try the styles and methods of Pittsburgh artists!
Summer Camp: Cooking Up History
4th – 6th graders, explore Pittsburgh’s history through food!
Summer Camp: City Favorites
1st – 3rd graders, explore some of Pittsburgh’s favorite things!
Dignity and Defiance: A Portrait of Mary Church Terrell
Join us at the Frick Environmental Center for a screening of “Dignity and Defiance: A Portrait of Mary Church Terrell” part of the 2020 From Slavery to Freedom Film Series.
Vintage Base Ball Game
Play ball! Celebrate America’s pastime and cheer for a baseball game, 19th-century style.
Insider Tour of Meadowcroft Rockshelter
Enjoy an exclusive insider tour of Meadowcroft Rockshelter with James M. Adovasio, Ph.D., lead archaeologist on the site.
Covered Bridge Festival
Visit Meadowcroft’s Pine Bank Covered Bridge during this free admission, annual celebration of covered bridges.
Highlanders in the French & Indian War
Join the Fort Pitt Museum in welcoming Matthew Dziennik, who will present on the service of Highlander soldiers in the French & Indian War.
Archaeology Day
As part of Pennsylvania Archaeology Month, Meadowcroft will partner with the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology for a day-long event for archaeology-lovers everywhere.
Walk in Penn’s Woods
Visit Meadowcroft for beautiful fall foliage and outdoor adventure this fall!
Insider Tour of Meadowcroft Rockshelter
Enjoy an exclusive insider tour of Meadowcroft Rockshelter with James M. Adovasio, Ph.D., lead archaeologist on the site.
American Indian Heritage Day
Celebrate Western Pennsylvania’s rich American Indian heritage at Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village.
Meadowcroft’s Fall Finale and Taffy Pull
Spend an autumn afternoon outside celebrating the final day of Meadowcroft’s season! Join us for a day of special, fall-themed programming.
Insider Tour of Meadowcroft Rockshelter
Enjoy an exclusive insider tour of Meadowcroft Rockshelter with James M. Adovasio, Ph.D., lead archaeologist on the site.
Dark Girls
Join us at the Frick Environmental Center for a screening of “Dark Girls” part of the 2020 From Slavery to Freedom Film Series.