Touring the Amazing Frick Museum in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is known for its many titans of industry, including Henry Clay Frick. Frick was born in West Overton Village in western PA and later became the director of US …
History in Pittsburgh
Roslyn Place in Pittsburgh: The Last Wooden Street in Pennsylvania
Did you know that Pittsburgh is home to the only remaining wooden street in Pennsylvania and one of the only wooden streets in the entire United States? Roslyn Place is …
Uncovering Pittsburgh’s Mining History at the Tour-Ed Mine and Museum
It is well known how Pittsburgh’s steel industry helped build the city, the region, and the country, but few think about the raw materials that are required to power such …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Washington County, PA
If you love covered bridges, Washington County, Pennsylvania, should be on your list of must-visit places. The county is home to 23 historic covered bridges, more than any other county …
Visiting the Harmony Museum to Learn about Western PA’s Religious Roots
Harmony, Pennsylvania, is located 30 miles north of Pittsburgh, and is a quaint town with a rich history. Recently, I took some time to visit the Harmony Museum and explore …
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, …
Discovering PA’s Brooklyn Bridge Connection at the Saxonburg Museum
One of my favorite parts of exploring Pennsylvania is the amazing stories that you learn about in small town museums. The Saxonburg Museum in Butler County is a perfect example …
41 Fun Facts About Pittsburgh You Weren’t Taught in School
Want to learn fun facts about Pittsburgh, PA? You’ve come to the right place. Pittsburgh might be one of the most consequential cities in American history. From the late 19th …
Uncovering the Remnants of Forbes Field in Pittsburgh
While Chicago has Wrigley Field and Boston has Fenway Park, Pittsburgh was once home to an iconic stadium that rivaled both: Forbes Field. Built in 1909, it was the third …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Indiana County, Pennsylvania
If you love historic structures, you won’t want to miss the four beautiful and historic covered bridges in Indiana County, Pennsylvania. Spread throughout the northern half of the county, these …