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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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

Hometown-Homegrown

Calling all foodies! Get a taste of Western Pennsylvania’s finest flavors at the seventh annual Hometown-Homegrown™.

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Oct 20

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 20

Guided Tour: Heroes & Sheroes

Join a History Center Docent for an in-depth look at the work of costume designer Ruth E. Carter.
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Oct 24

Hop Into History: Celebrate Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” as we play, laugh, watch, and enjoy creating in this session that explores the world of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.”
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Oct 26

Walking Dead Meets Living Dead: Zombies in Pittsburgh

Did you know the modern phenom of zombies got its start right here in the Steel City? Join us for a pre-Halloween evening exploring the innovations of “Night of the Living Dead” creator, Pittsburgh’s own George Romero.
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Oct 27

Guided Tour: Heroes & Sheroes

Join a History Center Docent for an in-depth look at the work of costume designer Ruth E. Carter.
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Oct 27

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 28

Genealogy Research Tips with Tammy Hepps

Local genealogist and historian Tammy Hepps reviews the possibilities of internet-based genealogical research.
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Nov 1

First Man: An Evening with James R. Hansen

Join the History Center for an evening with James R. Hansen, author of “First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong” and co-producer on the feature film.
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Nov 3

Italian Prisoners of War in Pennsylvania, 1944-1945

Discover the history of Italian POWs in Pa. who worked to help defeat the Axis powers during WWII.
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