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New Heinz History Center exhibit explores the mysteries of the Ice Age

This summer, the region’s coolest attraction is at the Senator John Heinz History Center. On these extraordinarily hot days, visitors have the opportunity to look back on Earth’s prehistoric past in “Planet Ice: Mysteries of the Ice Ages,” a new exhibit that uncovers how the Ice Ages ...

Wigle Whiskey revives George Washington’s favorite spirit

PITTSBURGH – To celebrate America’s 250th birthday, Wigle Whiskey has partnered with the Senator John Heinz History Center to revive a legendary favorite of Founding Father George Washington: Cherry Bounce. This historic spirit will be available for purchase for a limited time at Wigle ...

Heinz History Center breaks ground for expansion

The Senator John Heinz History Center broke ground last week on its 92,000-square-foot expansion project. “As the nation commemorates its 250th anniversary, it is clear that understanding our past has never been more important,” said Andy Masich, president and CEO of the Heinz History ...

Heinz History Center presents program on American Girl dolls

This Saturday, the Senator John Heinz History Center, in partnership with the University of Pittsburgh’s Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, will celebrate Women’s History Month with “American Girlhood: A Window into History,” a program examining the history and impact of America’s ...

Historian discusses democracy at W&J democracy symposium

PITTSBURGH – Jon Meacham says he is neither a Republican nor a Democrat, has written about presidents as removed in time and temperament as Andrew Jackson and George H.W. Bush, makes biblical references when discussing America’s history and emphasizes that the country was not founded on ...

‘A Woman’s Place’ examines the history of women in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH–An argument can be made that Pittsburgh’s image has been built on a foundation of masculine pursuits and preoccupations. Think manufacturing and steel, football and hunting, and tossing back some I.C. Light in a neighborhood bar. The Pittsburgh region is much more rich and ...