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 …
Pittsburgh and its Suburbs
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 …
Visiting the Moonshot Museum: Pittsburgh’s Ticket to the Moon
Pittsburgh is a city defined by its industrial past, especially the steel industry. However, in the 21st century, the city is becoming a hub for robotics and, somewhat surprisingly, robotics …
How to Get to Quaker Falls Near New Castle, PA
Just half a mile from the Ohio border, Quaker Falls near New Castle, PA might be the westernmost waterfall in Pennsylvania. Located along Falling Spring Creek, a tributary of the …
Canton Avenue in Pittsburgh: The Steepest Street in the United States
Pittsburgh is a city known for its many incredibly steep streets, but one stands above them all as the steepest street in the United States: Canton Avenue. Canton Avenue is …
7 Filming Locations for Netflix’s “The Pale Blue Eye” in Pennsylvania that You Can Visit
The Netflix film, “The Pale Blue Eye”, starring actor Christian Bale was shot primarily in the Pittsburgh area, including some very recognizable spots if you’re familiar with the region. In …
Festive Fun at the Parade of Lights in New Castle’s Pearson Park
During the nearly 10 years that I’ve been running this site, I’ve written about many large and incredibly impressive Christmas light displays in PA. However, there are also small displays …
Visiting the Western PA Model Railroad Museum for a Holiday Open House
Trains and history are two of my favorite things. So, when I can visit a model railroad that has tried to recreate a real track during a historic period, I …
What It’s Like to Drive Through the Cascade of Lights in New Castle, PA
I love visiting the many fantastic light displays in Pennsylvania, and I was excited when I had a chance to visit Cascade of Lights in New Castle on its opening …
Driving Through the Festive Christmas Light Up Celebration in Clinton, PA
I’ve checked out many drive-through holiday lights in PA over the years, but for several reasons, the Christmas Light Up Celebration in western Allegheny County is among my favorites. The …