Step back in time to Pittsburgh’s birthplace at the Fort Pitt Museum.
Discover the world-shaping events that occurred right here in Western 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.
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Fort Pitt: Keystone of the Frontier
Discover the pivotal role of our region in the French & Indian War, American Revolution, and Early Republic.
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Fort Pitt Timeline
From 1754 to today, Fort Pitt has shaped the course of American and world history as the birthplace of Pittsburgh.
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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.
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Upcoming Events
Friday at the Forks: A Couple of Bucks
Homeschool students are invited to a drop-off program on select Fridays hosted by the Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park. This program is for students in grades 4-6.-
Feb 8
Love Tokens and Valentines
Visit the Fort Pitt Museum to make a small handmade love token or valentine for someone special this Valentine's Day.
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Feb 9
Love Tokens and Valentines
Visit the Fort Pitt Museum to make a small handmade love token or valentine for someone special this Valentine's Day.
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Feb 14
Love Tokens and Valentines
Visit the Fort Pitt Museum to make a small handmade love token or valentine for someone special this Valentine's Day.
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Feb 15
Love Tokens and Valentines
Visit the Fort Pitt Museum to make a small handmade love token or valentine for someone special this Valentine's Day.
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Feb 28
Friday at the Forks: Bridges Over the Point
Homeschool students are invited to a drop-off program on select Fridays hosted by the Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park. This program is for students in grades 7-8.
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Mar 7
The Great State Debate
In this Act 48 workshop, educators will focus on the events related to the dispute between Virginia and Pennsylvania over the control of Pittsburgh.
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Mar 13
Friday at the Forks: Clean Water for the Point
Homeschool students are invited to a drop-off program on select Fridays hosted by the Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park. This program is for students in grades 4-6.
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Mar 27
Friday at the Forks: Compromising or Conceding
Homeschool students are invited to a drop-off program on select Fridays hosted by the Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park. This program is for students in grades 7-8.
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Apr 10
Friday at the Forks: The Point of Wildlife Tracking
Homeschool students are invited to a drop-off program on select Fridays hosted by the Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park. This program is for students in grades 7-8.
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