Visiting the Historic North Park Water Tower: A Hidden Gem near Pittsburgh
Allegheny County’s North Park is home to a ton of recreational opportunities, as well as a few hidden oddities such as the Fountain of Youth and a Gravity Hill. However, …
Pittsburgh and its Suburbs
Visiting the Oliver Miller Homestead to Learn about the Whiskey Rebellion
I’ve always been fascinated by the Whiskey Rebellion, so I was happy to finally have a chance to check out the Oliver Miller Homestead, which sits on land that has …
Exploring the Unusual at Trundle Manor in Pittsburgh
I’ve visited a lot of strange and unusual spots in Pennsylvania, but I’ve never been anywhere quite like Trundle Manor in Pittsburgh. Trundle Manor is the private home of Mr. …
Uncovering the History of Zombies at The Living Dead Museum in Allegheny County
In modern television and cinema, few things are more popular than zombies. Frequently popping up in both television and movies, zombies are the go-to horror character for modern directors. But …
Depreciation Lands Museum: A Great Place to Learn about 19th-Century Life in Western PA
Over the many years I’ve been uncovering Pennsylvania, I’ve visited several spots that seek to tell the story of living on PA’s frontier. However, even if you’ve visited some of …
11 Great Places to See Fall Colors Near Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh is a great city to visit any time of the year, but there’s no question that my favorite time is in the autumn. This is, in large part, because …
The Color Park: Pittsburgh’s Fun and Legal Spot to See Graffiti Art
Graffiti is often a problem for cities. However, some of the work that is done is truly extraordinary art. That’s why I was so excited when I discovered The Color …
Hidden History: The Abandoned Yellow Dog Village Near Kittanning, PA
Located seven miles west of Kittanning, Pennsylvania, Yellow Dog Village is a semi-abandoned ghost town that offers a fascinating look into the industrial history of western Pennsylvania. Without a doubt, …
Visiting the Pittsburgh Tattoo Art Museum in Shadyside
I always love visiting small private museums that are the result of a collector’s passion for a topic. So I was excited when I finally had a chance to pop …
Touring the Historic Allegheny Observatory in Pittsburgh
When you think about stargazing, Pittsburgh might not be the first place that you’d think to head. However, the Allegheny Observatory has been doing astronomical research from within the city …