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.
Carved Powder Horns in Early America
Explore numerous powder horns made or used on the Pennsylvania and Virginia frontiers, their practical uses, and their representation of early American folk art.
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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
Powder Horns in Early America Seminar
The Fort Pitt Museum invites guests to learn about the material culture of early American powder horns in a full day seminar.-
Oct 27
Fort Night – 18th Century Libations
Celebrate Pittsburgh’s 18th century beer history at the Fort Pitt Museum with an after-hours program for guests 21+ featuring local Pittsburgh breweries.
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Nov 3
Cub Scout Day at the Fort Pitt Museum
Cub Scouts are invited to participate in a guided program that will include guided tours, hands-on activities, and living history demonstrations that will fulfill multiple Cub Scout Adventure requirements.
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Nov 14
Forks of the Ohio Homeschool Series
In this Fort Pitt Museum homeschool series class, students will prepare for winter by learning how early settlers lived on the frontier and participate in hands-on activities and crafts, including includes making a winter bird feeder.
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Nov 23
Guided Tour: Fort Pitt Museum
Get to the point of Pittsburgh history by taking a one-hour highlights tour of the Fort Pitt Museum. Tours are available today at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
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Nov 24
Guided Tour: Fort Pitt Museum
Get to the point of Pittsburgh history by taking a one-hour highlights tour of the Fort Pitt Museum. Tours are available today at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
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Nov 25
Guided Tour: Fort Pitt Museum
Get to the point of Pittsburgh history by taking a one-hour highlights tour of the Fort Pitt Museum. Tours are available today at 1 p.m.
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Dec 24
Guided Tour: Fort Pitt Museum
Get to the point of Pittsburgh history by taking a one-hour highlights tour of the Fort Pitt Museum. Tours are available today at 1 p.m.
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Dec 26
Guided Tour: Fort Pitt Museum
Get to the point of Pittsburgh history by taking a one-hour highlights tour of the Fort Pitt Museum. Tours are available today at 1 p.m.
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Dec 29
Guided Tour: Fort Pitt Museum
Get to the point of Pittsburgh history by taking a one-hour highlights tour of the Fort Pitt Museum. Tours are available today at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
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