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  • September 18

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    Heinz History Center – 6:00 PM

    Smithsonian Lecture Series: Saving Lives, Saving History

    Explore how medical history intersects with everyday life with the Smithsonian.

    Tickets Required

  • October 2

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    Heinz History Center – 6:30 PM

    Celebrating 35 Years of the Italian American Program

    Join us as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Italian American Program.

    Tickets Required

  • October 7

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    Heinz History Center – 5:30 PM

    Fall Educator Open House

    Explore the museum and learn about History Center teacher resources. 

    Tickets Required

  • October 16

    Heinz History Center – 6:30 PM

    Hidden History Trivia Night

    It’s a dark and stormy trivia night in Pittsburgh… with a spooky twist!

    Tickets Required

  • October 18

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    Heinz History Center – 8:30 AM

    Act 48: Preparing Students for America’s 250th

    Join the Learning Team to learn primary sources strategies for your classroom.

    Tickets Required

  • October 26

    Heinz History Center – 2:00 PM

    “Hurdle-isms” Book Talk with Clint Hurdle

    Join former Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle for the launch of his book, “Hurdle-isms.”

    Tickets Required

  • November 13

    Heinz History Center – 6:30 PM

    Hidden History Trivia Night

    It’s a trivia night in Pittsburgh!

    Tickets Required

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