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Celebrate Black History
In recognition of Black History Month, the African American Program of the Heinz History Center will present two public programs this February.
NFL PLAY 60 Training Camp
Flex your muscles AND your brain before the big game with the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum on Feb. 1!
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February 12
From Slavery to Freedom Film Series: “The Hero”
Join the African American Program for a free virtual screening of “The Hero.”
Tickets Required
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February 13
Gut Yontif: A Patchwork Holiday Experience
The Heinz History Center’s Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives will celebrate the Jewish holiday of Tu Bishvat with a one-night only, participatory experience that blends hand-crafted art and tradition.
Tickets Required
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February 20
Black History Month Lecture: David Dennis Jr.
Join the History Center’s African American Program for the 11th Annual Black History Month Lecture.
Tickets Required
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March 4
Irish Genealogy Workshop
Discover the history of your ancestors at the Irish Genealogy Workshop.
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.