Celebrating Christmas at the Cathedral of Learning in Pittsburgh
There are many great things to do in Pittsburgh, and one of my favorites is exploring the Nationality Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning. While I’d visited them previously in …
Culture in Pittsburgh
Light Up Night in Pittsburgh: A Fantastic Kick Off for the Holiday Season
Since 1960, one of the most popular annual events in western Pennsylvania has been Light Up Night in Pittsburgh. Now held on the Friday before Thanksgiving, this is the night …
7 Beautiful and Historic Churches to Visit in Pittsburgh
During Pittsburgh’s heyday, it was one of the most popular destinations for immigrants coming to the United States. Each of these immigrant groups left their cultural marks on the city …
Exploring the Amazing Beauty, History, and Culture of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning
Located in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood is the University of Pittsburgh. The focal point of the campus is the 535-foot-tall Cathedral of Learning. Opened in 1931, the 42-story skyscraper is the …
Visiting the World’s Second Largest Collection of Catholic Relics at St. Anthony’s Chapel in Pittsburgh
Located high on a hill in the Troy Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh is one of the state’s most remarkable churches. From the outside, Saint Anthony’s Chapel might be indistinguishable from …
It’s a Wonderful Christmas in Indiana, Pennsylvania
There are several Pennsylvania towns that are perfect destinations to get you in the Christmas spirit. However, few can match the beauty and charm of Indiana, Pennsylvania. Located a little …