If you love history and want to see where things all started here. This is the museum for you…read more It's especially great on the 4th of July. They have special events going on that day. They shoot from the canon, people are dressed in costumes and tell stories from the period. Kids have interactive things they can try with toy guns talking to the soldiers. The museum itself is nice too. They have all kinds of artifacts that you can see. You can see a map and recreations of what things looked like back then. You can see how people lived, what they wore and the struggles they went through to fight for freedom and establish this area. There's a lot of talk about George Washington and how he worked with local Seneca chief guide, Guyasata. You get a general overview in school about Washington and the war but they give you more finite details and how it pertained to this area's growth. If you love history definitely check it out.

I think Pittsburgh is undervalued as a historic American city, and this small, two-floor museum…read moreattests to the city's critical role in the American Revolution and the French & Indian War. At least that's what I learned when I inadvertently visited during my wintry stroll around Point State Park. Yes, to be truthful, I was looking for a break from the obstinate weather, and the $8 admission was a small price to pay. I'm glad I did visit because the curators have taken an immersive approach in providing living history programs which included demonstrations from 18th-century "characters" in recreations of structures like a trader's cabin and soldiers' barracks. Housed in a recreated bastion of the original 1758 fort, the museum carries unique artifacts like a copper whiskey and a cannon. Definitely worth a stop-by. RELATED - Exploring Pittsburgh? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/VlkxJtR3sY

Small museum dealing with animal experimentation and human influence on the genetic course of…read morenature in other species - much of this is so common we don't even think about it (how many pet animals are products of selective breeding?), but much of the content of the museum dovetails with the sort of experimentation and practices that might raise uncomfortable ethical quandaries or that even may be considered the dark side of science, subject to abuse by the unscrupulous. It is one large, very dark room, partitioned off into different sections, featuring a great deal of stark black-and-white imagery and specimens in jars (not a few taxidermically preserved animal corpses among them). Much of the content is not for the faint of heart - some of the practices addressed here come across as quite cruel, and some of the exhibits can feel bizarre. None of this is a negative. You will probably learn something you didn't know (and possibly didn't want to) should you drop by this museum. A thought-provoking, sometimes frightening experience that will give you a few moments to reflect and take in what you are seeing. 10 dollar donation expected at the reception desk upon entry with the lobby doubling as a gift shop.

When I lived in Bloomfield, having the Center for Post Natural History within walking distance of…read moremy place was such a unique perk. It's a super small, storefront museum, and since it's appointment-only, you get a really quiet, intimate experience when you go. The concept is fascinating, it's entirely dedicated to organisms that have been intentionally altered by humans through domestication, selective breeding, or genetic engineering. They have everything from taxidermy and dioramas to photography and living exhibits on display, covering things like glowing GloFish, genetically modified corn, and "BioSteel" goats engineered to produce spider silk. Everything they show is incredibly interesting and really makes you think about how much humanity has reshaped the natural world. It's easily one of the most unique and thought-provoking spots in Pittsburgh.

Horrible layout and while there is some nice art, most is not up to the quality in previous years…read more The concert stage area is ok.

Like many of the other recent reviewers have said, the event moved a couple years ago from Point…read moreState Park to the Cultural District. While the change affords more shops and accessibility in some ways, it feels more compact and like a shell of its former self when it was in an expansive green space that didn't have traffic running through the middle of it. The arts and artists are as great as ever and it's super fun to walk amongst all of the other patrons, but like it said, it's kind of small and can be completely viewed in about an hour or less.

Art in Bloom 2026 was another AMAZING exhibit. I truly do not understand why more people are not…read moretalking about this! This exhibit blends art + nature in the most beautiful way, challenging local floral designers to reimagine pieces from the gallery through stunning arrangements. It's colorful, creative, and exactly the kind of spring energy us Pittsburghers all need during the transition between grey winter and spring!

I went there with a person I am no longer friends with. I have only gone to the Museum one time…read more The parking lot is always full.

The collection of photographs made with technologies ranging back to the birth of photography is…read moretruly impressive, and the same can be said for the collection of cameras. Bruce, our tour guide, was knowledgeable, relatable and as enthusiastic as a kid in a candy shop! This is a great to learn about our past. Add to that, the neighborhood is a burgeoning destination spot, with a mix of old school delis and fresh cafes. Catch it before it before its charm has left.

This museum is one of my favorite hidden gems in Pittsburgh. In fact, it's one of the places I…read morealways bring visitors to check out when they come into town. It's packed with history of Pittsburgh and surrounding areas through photographs. The museum had been around since the early 90s (1992-1993 I believe) and it's a must-see. I started taking my daughter (who is now 23) on visits one a year or so starting around age 5. It's so important to learn about history and on each visit we would often experience something we'd not notice on previous trips. I journal my life with photographs, always have and knowing we have a museum dedicated to that speaks volumes. It's fairly reasonably priced for entry at around $10.

Attended a 1 hr Behind the Scenes of Dinosaur Bones tour advertised to members. $50 per person 10…read morepeople per group. Limited number of tickets. Well worth money spent. Our tour was led by the head pf the department. The breadth of her knowledge of the museum, her predecessors, and collection was impressive. Did you know that England has a copy of our T Rex in their Natural History museum? Dippy's extra bones need a new resting place. Currently they have been resting on this shelf since 1800's. The wood is injuring the bottom of the fossil. (I think dinosaur lovers would donate the $30k to get Dippy's bones a new resting place.) Researchers come to study the collection. Fork lifts are used to transfer the bones from one surface to the next. A local college student found an undiscovered amphibian while searching for fern fossils on FedEx property by Pittsburgh International Airport. It was named after FedEx and the student: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/100315-new-fossil-amphibian-fedex Great experience! Would definitely attend again. I wonder what is Behind the Scenes of the art museum ...

This section of Pittsburgh has a lot to offer. You would have to take an Uber or Lyft from…read moredowntown. This is a World class combined art and history museum. Your admission ticket includes both the art and natural history museums. Admission is half price after 3pm, but the museum closes at 5:00. A few minutes away from the museum you have the Heinz Chapel, Nationality Rooms, and the outfield wall of Forbes Field.

Pittsburgh Hienz Museum…read more Whether you are new to the Pittsburgh area, or are returning there after years away, or you are a lifelong "Yinzer," I highly recommend that you visit the Heinz History Center. It covers the history of the Native Americans, to the French Indian War, through the Revolutionary War, and the role Pittsburgh played in the two World Wars! It also celebrates the sports accomplishments of its Professional and College Teams. Finally, a tremendous history of everyone's favorite, Heinz Tomato Ketchup!

If you want to know anything to everything about Pittsburgh, there is no argument that this is the…read moreplace to go. I was expecting a flea market-style hodgepodge of artifacts on display, but it was more organized given the breadth of exhibits shown. Housed in a century-old red brick building, the museum is presented in discrete sections across six floors. Right after entering, I could tell the space was oriented more toward families with vintage vehicles, a twisting tube slide, and a set of rockers for young parents. There are several permanent exhibits focusing primarily on local history and sports. Specific sections are devoted to the British, French & Indian wars of 1754-1763; the African American history in Western Pennsylvania; and Pittsburgh's contributions to the world for the past 250 years. The most popular exhibit was unsurprisingly the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum highlighting the city's rich sports heritage with particular attention on the Steelers, the Pirates, the Panthers, and the Penguins. There are sections spotlighting the history of the H.J. Heinz Company and their influence in popularizing home staples like ketchup (of course), pickles, and baked beans, as well as an extensive timeline of the museum's namesake, Senator John Heinz. Of particular interest to Gen X'ers is Mister Rogers' Neighborhood featuring the regular characters, set pieces and artifacts from the series. Admission is $20 for adults, and I'd guess ninety minutes is enough to allocate for a visit, at least for this Yinz-ignorant Californian. RELATED - Exploring Pittsburgh? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/qN_tq21lnL

Stopped by for a visit on the last day of the Sarah Jacobs exhibit, which featured mainly large oil…read morepaintings mixed with digital art. The exhibit was sooooo great. The space is very clean and looks nice. It seems like a nice place to see modern art right there in the main business district of Sharpsburg. The people there are super accommodating and informative about the art. It was nice to come back to Sharpsburg, which is a nice little town to visit. I love how they are one of the only towns left with little parking meters which you will see along Main Street. Make sure to bring your quarters if you go to Zynka. I will certainly be back for some more cool exhibits, or events.

This is a really cool gallery. What I've seen here is beautifully crafted, mostly…read morenon-representational artwork.