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 …
Allegheny County
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Tasting the Cold Topping Pizza at Beto’s in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is a city full of unique foods, most notably Primaniti’s sandwiches and Pittsburgh salads. However, another dish that is a local legend, for better or for worse, is Beto’s …
Uncovering the Fountain of Youth near Pittsburgh
Explorer Ponce de León is famous for his 16h-century quest for the Fountain of Youth, but you don’t have to try nearly as hard to find this mythical site if …
Visiting the Honus Wagner Museum at the Historical Society of Carnegie in Allegheny County
During my travels, I’m always on the lookout for unique museums to visit, so when I heard that there was a Honus Wagner Museum near Pittsburgh, I knew I had …