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Heinz History Center

Pittsburgh’s Hidden History

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Heinz History Center

The Heinz History Center is located in Pittsburgh’s historic Strip District. We are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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People walk through a brightly lit museum exhibit featuring a large artificial tree, colorful display panels, and interactive areas; a woman holds a young childs hand as they explore the exhibit together.

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

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Heinz History Center

Visit the Special Collections Gallery to see original set pieces and exclusive artifacts from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.”

  • Pittsburgh’s Hidden History

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    This spring, the Heinz History Center is unlocking the vault and unveiling a treasure trove of artifacts from its vast collection.

  • A museum exhibit titled From Slavery to Freedom displays a large metal shackle and chain on a pedestal, floor illustrations depicting bodies linked by chains, and a seated mannequin representing an enslaved person. The display evokes the transatlantic slave trade era within a history museum in the US.

    From Slavery to Freedom

    Embark on a journey that begins in 18th century Africa and continues through 21st century Western Pennsylvania.

  • A large, illuminated Heinz Tomato Ketchup bottle display stands in the center of a vibrant exhibition space featuring colorful walls, retro-style signage, classic Heinz memorabilia cases, and vintage decor elements.

    Heinz

    Pour on the excitement for 150 years of Heinz innovations as part of the History Center’s newest exhibition.

  • A vintage red and cream streetcar labeled Pittsburgh is displayed indoors on tracks, surrounded by brick walls, metal beams, and empty café tables.

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    The History Center has six floors of exhibits to explore!