History

By now, Pittsburghers of Irish descent (plus many who aren’t) are thinking of libations and liberties.

On March 25, the Union Project will partner with Wigle Whiskey for a workshop celebrating our city’s love of the spirit.

Fan favorite Tom Hanks will play public TV icon Fred Rogers in the film “You Are My Friend.”

Burns & Scalo recently hosted a panel discussion about the partnership of technology, education and infrastructure, and how it’s fueling growth in Allegheny County.

Pittsburgh contributed in many ways to the eventual defeat of Germany and Japan in World War II, from industrial production to the thousands of men and women who served.

The movie “Fences” hit theaters around the country on December 6, 2016. As many know, the film is based on Pittsburgher August Wilson’s play of the same name.

As Pittsburgh’s economy shifted from industrial giant to a 21st-century technology and medical hub, one of the city’s largest East End neighborhoods has likewise transformed.

Pittsburgh has a rich veterans’ history – from those in the French and Indian War, to the thousands in World War II, Korea, Vietnam and the war on terror. Now locals can share in the experience at the Heinz History Center.

Jay Haarburger was rummaging through his grandmother’s basement years ago when he chanced upon several old photographs and documents belonging to his grandfather, a veteran who served in WWII as a medic and interrogator. These artifacts piqued his curiosity and he felt the need to preserve them.