Relive a few classic battles at the Senator John Heinz History Center.
Discover over 250 years of Western Pennsylvania history.
Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission
Launching September 29, 2018! The History Center is partnering with the Smithsonian Institution to bring a blockbuster exhibition of lunar proportions to Pittsburgh.
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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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Heroes & Sheroes: The Art and Influence of Ruth E. Carter in Black Cinema
Hosted by FashionAFRICANA, Heroes & Sheroes is an invitation inside Ruth E. Carter’s process, passion, and costume design acumen.
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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 145 years of Heinz innovations as part of the History Center's newest exhibition.
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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
Rocket Workshop at CLP Hill District
We’ll be at CLP Hill District on Sept. 26 Join us to build and decorate your own rocket and learn more about the story of Apollo 11.-
Sep 29
Blastoff Opening Day
Join us on the launchpad for the opening of Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission at the History Center!
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Oct 2
Destination Moon Movie Night at Row House Cinema
Destination Moon is hitting the big screen with a special one-night-only screening of “The Right Stuff” at Row House Cinema!
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Oct 3
Destination Moon Movie Night at Row House Cinema
Destination Moon is hitting the big screen with a special one-night-only screening of “Hidden Figures” at Row House Cinema!
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Oct 6
Guided Tour: Destination Moon
Discover the Pittsburgh connections to the historic moon landing and experience the gravity of the mission that catapulted man to the moon.
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Oct 6
Guided Tour: Destination Moon
Discover the Pittsburgh connections to the historic moon landing and experience the gravity of the mission that catapulted man to the moon.
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Oct 7
Italian Heritage Day
Commemorate your italianità with a full day of activities including food, music, and more!
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Oct 8
Free Admission: Heinz History Center
Enjoy free admission to the Heinz History Center as part of this year's RADical Days.
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Oct 10
Hop Into History: Here, There, and Everywhere: The Pittsburgh Glass Story
Pittsburgh glass is everywhere! Uncover the story of the city’s first industry, pretend to be a glassblower, use forms and patterns to make a design, and build a one of a kind display.
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Oct 12
Naturalization Ceremony
Welcome new citizens in a naturalization ceremony, presented in partnership with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.
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