Museum
Heinz History Center
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The Heinz History Center, a Smithsonian affiliate, immerses visitors in Western Pennsylvania's rich history. Spread across six floors, the museum features permanent exhibits like the Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation gallery and the Sports Museum, which celebrates local legends. Rotating exhibitions delve into topics from the French and Indian War to the region's industrial heritage. Visitors can see a 1909 Heinz pickle pin, a 1920s trolley car, and a recreated 19th-century street. The center's distinctive blend of local stories and national context makes it a must-visit for history buffs.
Don't miss
- Explore the 'Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation' gallery showcasing inventions from the steel industry to modern tech.
- Visit the Sports Museum to see memorabilia from the Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins.
- Step into a recreated 19th-century street with storefronts and a trolley car.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Heinz History Center
You can visit Heinz History Center on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
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