Experience the Smithsonian’s home in Pittsburgh.
Discover over 250 years of Western Pennsylvania history.
Pittsburgh’s John Kane: The Life & Art of an American Workman
Take an unprecedented deep dive into the unlikeliest of success stories.
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Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood
Visit the Special Collections Gallery to see original set pieces and exclusive artifacts from "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood."
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From Slavery to Freedom
Embark on a journey that begins in 18th century Africa and continues through 21st century Western Pennsylvania.
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Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation
From the Ferris Wheel to the Big Mac, celebrate 250 years of Pittsburgh innovations.
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Heinz
Pour on the excitement for 150 years of Heinz innovations as part of the History Center's newest exhibition.
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We Can Do It! WWII
Explore Western Pennsylvania’s incredible impact on the home, industrial, and battle fronts during World War II.
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Visible Storage
Go behind-the-scenes and enjoy hundreds of artifacts from the History Center’s collection.
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Special Collections Gallery
Enjoy our state-of-the-art open storage gallery that reflects Western Pennsylvania's unique blend of cultures, people, and ideas.
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Glass: Shattering Notions
Shatter your knowledge of glass and Western Pennsylvania history.
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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.
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Upcoming Events
29th Annual History Makers Award Dinner
This year’s History Makers Award Dinner will take place on Friday, June 3, 2022 at The Westin Pittsburgh.-
Jun 4
Guided Tour: The African American Impact on Western Pa. and Beyond
Learn about fascinating stories of Pittsburgh history.
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Jun 4
Guided Tour: The African American Impact on Western Pa. and Beyond
Learn about fascinating stories of Pittsburgh history.
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Jun 8
Hop into History
Early learners from ages 2 – 5 are invited to join us for an interactive in-person session exploring the people, places, and stories that make Pittsburgh unique!
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Jun 9
My Family and the Mob: An Evening with Russell Shorto
Join New York Times best-selling author Russell Shorto.
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Jun 11
Act 48: Juneteenth: From Slavery to Freedom
Open to classroom teachers for their professional development to explore and better understand the history of Juneteenth.
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Jun 15
American Workman: An Evening with Maxwell King and Louise Lippincott
The authors will reveal their inspiration behind writing "American Workman: The Life and Art of John Kane”
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Jun 18
Guided Tour: The African American Impact on Western Pa. and Beyond
Learn about fascinating stories of Pittsburgh history.
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Jun 18
Guided Tour: The African American Impact on Western Pa. and Beyond
Learn about fascinating stories of Pittsburgh history.
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Jun 21
USCIS Adult Citizenship Education Seminar
Enhance the skills needed to teach U.S. history, civics, and the naturalization process to green card holders.
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