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 …
History in Pittsburgh
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 …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to over 200 covered bridges, but few can match the beauty and quality of the two historic covered bridges in Lawrence County, PA. In fact, if you …
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 Forgotten Military History of Western Pennsylvania at Pittsburgh’s Fort Pitt Museum
While it might not be as well-known as the historical significance of some cities, Pittsburgh’s role in the formation of the United States can’t be understated. Almost as soon as …
Exploring Western PA’s Industrial History at the Beaver County Industrial Museum
Western Pennsylvania was one of the most important industrial regions in the United States for much of the 19th and 20th centuries. And while Pittsburgh gets much of the attention, …
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, which is located just around the corner from …