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Holidays at the History Center
This holiday season, the Smithsonian’s home in Pittsburgh is offering FREE admission for kids aged 17 and under now through the end of the year, at the History Center, Sports Museum, and Fort Pitt Museum. Free admission for kids is generously supported by community partners UPMC and UPMC Health Plan (November) and Howard Hanna Real Estate Services (December).
Prepare for Takeoff: Bettis Airport Book Launch
Now boarding … a thrilling new book on Pittsburgh’s aviation history on Dec. 14!
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December 11
From Slavery to Freedom Film Series: “Fundi: The Story of Ella Baker”
Join the African American Program for a free virtual screening of “Fundi: The Story of Ella Baker.”
Tickets Required
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December 17
Cocktails & Conversations: A Woman’s Place
This holiday season, take a deep dive into women’s history.
Tickets Required
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December 28
Gut Yontif: A Patchwork Holiday Experience
The Heinz History Center’s Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives will celebrate the Jewish holiday of Chanukah with a one-night only, participatory experience that blends art and tradition.
Tickets Required
Preserving Pittsburgh’s Memories
Research family history, explore historic images, and search thousands of documents in the Detre Library & Archives at the History Center. Open Wednesday through Saturday and free to all visitors.
More than a ketchup museum.
The Heinz History Center is Pittsburgh’s people museum. We share the inspiring stories of Western Pennsylvania’s people who have helped change the course of American history. See for yourself.
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Kids & Families
Build bridges in the interactive Discovery Place or explore the Neighborhood of Make–Believe.
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Unique Pittsburgh Gifts
From exclusive Heinz merch to the Mister Rogers kindness collection, find the perfect Pittsburgh gift at the Museum Shop.
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Smithsonian Treasures
Discover Smithsonian artifacts at the History Center and learn more about the museum’s Smithsonian affiliation.
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Explore Our Collections
Thousands of artifacts and historic images, at your fingertips.
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Kids & Families
Build bridges in the interactive Discovery Place or explore the Neighborhood of Make–Believe.
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Unique Pittsburgh Gifts
From exclusive Heinz merch to the Mister Rogers kindness collection, find the perfect Pittsburgh gift at the Museum Shop.
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Smithsonian Treasures
Discover Smithsonian artifacts at the History Center and learn more about the museum’s Smithsonian affiliation.
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Explore Our Collections
Thousands of artifacts and historic images, at your fingertips.