Clash of Empires: The British, French & Indian War, 1754-1763

Clash of Empires: The British, French & Indian War, 1754-1763 presents the dramatic, wide-ranging story of the French & Indian War and its impact as a turning point in American history.

The exhibit commemorates the 250th anniversary of this global conflict. Featuring rare artifacts gathered from museums and private collections around the world, Clash of Empires examines the origins, development, and aftermath of the war. It also provides a unique perspective on the conflict from each of the participants—the British, French, and Native Americans.

After a successful run at the History Center, the exhibit traveled to the Canadian War Museum/Museum of Civilization in Ottawa and the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. before returning to Pittsburgh, at home now on the History Center’s fifth floor.