Experience the Smithsonian’s home in Pittsburgh.
Discover over 250 years of Western Pennsylvania history.
American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith
Examine the bold experiment to create a government “of the people, by the people, and for the people” in American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith.
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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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Heinz
Pour on the excitement for 150 years of Heinz innovations as part of the History Center's newest exhibition.
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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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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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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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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
Beth Israel Center: Before Charter
Throughout the 1950s, the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin, Pa. and the Westinghouse Astronuclear Laboratory in Large, Pa. attracted Jewish engineers and scientists to the boroughs and townships along Route 51 in the South Hills.-
Aug 2
18th Annual Golf Tournament
The History Center’s Golf Tournament is like no other in Pittsburgh! This tournament benefits the programs and education services of the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum.
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Aug 4
Columbus on Trial
Educators, join the History Center's Italian American Program to explore the short film, "Columbus on Trial" in this Act 48 program.
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Aug 7
Remembering 9/11 with Heather Penney, Fighter Pilot Hero
Heather Penney will discuss 9/11 and how it impacted her subsequent service in the military, which included two combat tours in Iraq.
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Aug 11
Hop into History: The Multitalented Martin Delany
Early learners from ages 3 – 5 are invited to join us for an interactive online session exploring the people, places, and stories that make Pittsburgh unique!
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Aug 14
Summer Sidewalk Series: The Changing City
Join us outside this summer at the History Center’s Penn Avenue lot for family-friendly activities that explore stories from our region!
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Aug 18
From Slavery to Freedom Film Series: Égalité for All
Join us virtually for a screening of “Égalité for All: Toussaint L’Overture and the Haitian Revolution” part of the 2021 From Slavery to Freedom Film Series.
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Aug 29
“Muestro Yerusha: Jewish Heritage and Identity in the Ottoman Empire” with Michael Waas
Michael Waas, co-administrator of the Sephardic Diaspora group on Facebook, will discuss three heritage projects in the former Ottoman Empire.
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Oct 7
28th Annual History Makers Award Dinner
Now in its 28th year, the History Makers Award Dinner is a one-of-a-kind event in the city of Pittsburgh, presented by BNY Mellon & Citizens Bank.
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