Exhibits
Smithsonian’s Portraits of Pittsburgh: Works from the National Portrait Gallery
Powerful works of art from the Smithsonian are coming to Western Pennsylvania as part of a dynamic new exhibition at the History Center.
Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood
Visit the Special Collections Gallery to see original set pieces and exclusive artifacts from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.”
Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation
From the Ferris Wheel to the Big Mac, celebrate 250 years of Pittsburgh innovations.
Heinz
Pour on the excitement for 150 years of Heinz innovations as part of the History Center’s newest exhibition.
Master Visual Artists VII: Preserving the Legacy
A captivating new art exhibition presented in partnership with the Master Visual Artists Project – a local group dedicated to recognizing the lifelong achievements of influential artists in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, Virginia
The Pittsburgh, Virginia exhibition will focus on the turbulent events of 1774, when the two colonies fought for control of Pittsburgh, while Lord Dunmore’s War put the fate of the Ohio Country and all of its inhabitants at stake.
From Slavery to Freedom
Embark on a journey that begins in 18th century Africa and continues through 21st century Western Pennsylvania.
Visible Storage
Go behind-the-scenes and enjoy hundreds of artifacts from the History Center’s collection.
Special Collections Gallery
Enjoy our state-of-the-art open storage gallery that reflects Western Pennsylvania’s unique blend of cultures, people, and ideas.
Glass: Shattering Notions
Shatter your knowledge of glass and Western Pennsylvania history.
Eyes of Pittsburgh
Featuring some of the most compelling images from the Post-Gazette’s archives, the Eyes of Pittsburgh exhibition brings more than 100 years of Pittsburgh history into sharp focus.
Discovery Place
Explore Pittsburgh innovations and the invention process in a fun setting where creativity, science, and history merge.
Clash of Empires: The British, French & Indian War, 1754-1763
Experience the dramatic story of the French & Indian War and its impact as a turning point in American history.
Rediscovering Lewis & Clark: A Journey with the Rooney Family
Rediscover the greatest exploring expedition in American history.
SmartSteps
Take the stairs and explore unique facts about Pittsburgh history to encourage your climb to fitness.
Kidsburgh
Enjoy the interactive play place for the history fans of tomorrow.
Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum
Relive the moments that make Pittsburgh sports history great.
Super Steelers
Tackle more than a century of football in Western Pennsylvania from Friday Night Lights through Steelers Sundays.
A Great Day for Hockey!
Skate through the history of hockey in Western Pennsylvania from its start here in 1895 to the five-time Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins.
City of Champions
Learn the almost-forgotten tales of Pittsburgh’s champions in the Sports Museum.
Beat ‘Em Bucs
Relive your favorite players and legendary moments in Pittsburgh Pirates history. Five World Series championships. Nine National League pennants. Honus. Maz. Clemente. Stargell. McCutchen.
Negro League Baseball
With 15 future National Baseball Hall of Famers and two championship teams – the Homestead Grays and the Pittsburgh Crawfords – no city can claim a Negro League baseball tradition quite like Pittsburgh.
Fort Pitt Museum
Step back in time at Point State Park to learn about Western Pennsylvania’s strategic role during the French & Indian War, the American Revolution, and as the birthplace of Pittsburgh.
Fort Pitt: Keystone of the Frontier
Discover the pivotal role of our region in the French & Indian War, American Revolution, and Early Republic.
A Brief History of 18th-Century Pittsburgh
Ever wonder what Pittsburgh was like in its earliest years? Descriptions from historical figures, combined with images and objects from the period, paint a picture of a diverse, and constantly changing, community.
First Floor Gallery
Explore daily life for 18th century residents of the Ohio Country.
Fort Pitt Timeline
From 1754 to today, Fort Pitt has shaped the course of American and world history as the birthplace of Pittsburgh.
Living History at Fort Pitt
Experience the sights and sounds of an 18th century frontier fort during Living History events at the Fort Pitt Museum.
Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village
Experience 19,000 years of history at North America’s oldest site of human habitation. Then tour three recreated villages to learn what life was like for our earliest ancestors.
Meadowcroft Rockshelter
Dig into archaeological evidence that reveals the earliest signs of human habitation dating back 19,000 years.
Meadowcroft Historic Village
Experience everyday 19th century rural life in Meadowcroft’s carefully recreated Historic Village.
Prehistoric Indian Village
Go back 400 years and explore a recreated 16th century Monongahela Indian Village.
Frontier Trading Post
Two 1770s era structures help to spotlight the similarities and differences between European settlers and Eastern Woodland Indians.
Trails to Trains
The Trails to Trains exhibit transports visitors through time, exploring the evolution of transportation in Southwestern Pennsylvania using five vehicles from the collection.
Senator John Heinz: A Western Pennsylvania Legacy
Honor John Heinz’s life, public service, and contributions to arts and culture, the environment, economic development, and society.
The Prine Collection of Woodworking Planes
See more than 200 woodworking planes made or retailed in this region in the early 19th century.
Hit the Links: Golf in Western Pa.
From the unforgiving sand traps at Oakmont to the sweet swing of “The King,” Western Pennsylvania has made a historic impact on the sport of golf.
High School Glory Days
Learn the well-known and almost forgotten tales of high school athletics in Western Pa., from record-setting performances and championship teams to legendary coaches and school rivalries.
Need for Speed
Shift into gear in the Sports Museum’s racing section and learn how Pittsburgh’s Chip Ganassi became an Indy 500 winner and one of auto racing’s most decorated owners.
Golden Gloves
It’s no surprise that Pittsburgh produced some of the nation’s grittiest fighters over the past 100 years.
Past Exhibits
Learn more about the History Center’s past exhibits, like Pennsylvania’s Civil War, 1968, and more.