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.
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
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.-
Jun 22
Fort Pitt Garrison Drill
The Fort Pitt Garrison will be on hand to demonstrate 18th century military drills and fire the museum's reproduction cannon.
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Jun 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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Jun 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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Jun 29
21+ Night: Fort Pitt Museum’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate 50 years of storytelling at the Forks of the Ohio River at this 21+ after hours program at the Fort Pitt Museum.
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Jun 30
Fort Pitt 50 Family Day
In celebration of the museum’s 50th anniversary, the Fort Pitt Museum will offer special throwback pricing. Come explore two floors of exhibits commemorating the history of the Forks of the Ohio River.
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Jun 30
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., noon, 1 p.m., 2 pm., & 3 p.m.
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Jul 4
Flag Raising Ceremony
Commemorate the Fourth of July with the Fort Pitt Museum in Point State Park!
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Jul 4
Fourth at the Fort
Enjoy special living history demonstrations in Point State Park this Fourth of July!
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Jul 6
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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