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
Go on an in-depth exploration of the Apollo 11 mission, the birth of the American space program, and the space race in the Destination Moon exhibit.
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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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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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Discovery Place
Explore Pittsburgh innovations and the invention process in a fun setting where creativity, science, and history merge.
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Upcoming Events
Genealogy Research Tips with Tammy Hepps
Welcome local genealogist and historian Tammy Hepps to present her talk, “Top 10 Things I Learned About My Family From My Couch."-
Dec 16
Meet Santa Claus at the History Center
Santa Claus will be at the History Center taking photos with visitors in the Great Hall.
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Dec 16
Caring for Community Tour
We invite you to join us at the History Center for a series of tours focused on the Pittsburgh Jewish community’s tradition of caring for the community.
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Dec 19
History Explorers: Art of the Everyday
Be inspired by the pop art of Pittsburgh born and raised Burton Morris and create your own holiday-themed masterpiece!
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Dec 22
Guided Tours: Destination Moon
Discover the Pittsburgh connections to the historic moon landing and experience the gravity of the mission that catapulted man to the moon. Guided tours begin at the following times: 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., and 2 p.m.
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Dec 27
How Pittsburgh Put a Man on the Moon
Stop by the History Center for some holiday cheer with master storyteller Andy Masich, who will discuss the incredible story of how Pittsburgh helped put a man on the moon, and reveal some unexpected Pittsburgh innovations and connections to the 1969 Moon landing.
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Dec 28
History at Play: Moon Mania
Youth ages 8 – 12, join us for a fun exploration of the Destination Moon exhibition and become space explorers through hands-on design activities.
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Dec 29
Guided Tours: Destination Moon
Discover the Pittsburgh connections to the historic moon landing and experience the gravity of the mission that catapulted man to the moon. Guided tours begin at the following times: 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., and 2 p.m.
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Jan 5
Destination Moon Family Day: All Things Armstrong
Join in Destination Moon-themed activities throughout the museum, explore space in a mobile planetarium, and learn about Neil Armstrong and life in zero-G.
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Jan 9
Hop Into History: Destination Moon Splashdown
Help us celebrate the final months of the Destination Moon exhibit.
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