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Whether you are a regular visitor or have never been, there is a lot for you to discover at the Senator John Heinz History Center! Learn about the museum's rich collection and ongoing exhibits, including the 7,000-square-foot exhibit on American Democracy. Following the presentation there will be an opportunity to ask questions and receive personalized Read More

Enjoy our special virtual storytime in honor of the Heinz History Center! A representative from the museum will read a story that will introduce children to local history in a fun and engaging way. Following the storytime, kids will be encouraged to participate in an activity based on the story we read! Devoted to the Read More

The Quecreek Mine Rescue took place in Somerset County, PA, when nine miners were trapped underground from July 24-28, 2002. At this virtual program, Executive Director Bill Arnold will talk about the four-day rescue operation, and highlight what you may see at the rescue site during your visit. Following the presentation there will be an Read More

Enjoy our special virtual storytime in honor of the Quecreek Mine Rescue Site! We will read a story that will introduce children to local history in a fun and engaging way. Following the storytime, kids will be encouraged to participate in an activity based on the story we read! The Quecreek Mine Rescue Memorial/Monument for Read More

Sitting atop a gentle knoll overlooking the Ohio River in what is now Freedom, Pennsylvania, sits the stately old mansion built by Captain William Vicary. Long a source of wonder, its unusual construction and elegant style speak of the wealth and status of its former owners. At this virtual program, you will learn about the Read More

Enjoy our special virtual storytime in honor of the Captain William Vicary Mansion! We will read a story that will introduce children to local history in a fun and engaging way. Following the storytime, kids will be encouraged to participate in an activity based on the story we read! The Vicary Mansion was built overlooking Read More

Step back in time with the Passavant House! A representative from the Zelienople Historical Society will provide engaging conversation on the history of this museum, from the early days of the original founder, Dettmar Basse, to the artifacts and memorabilia in their collection dating back to the early 1800s. Following the presentation there will be Read More

Enjoy our special virtual storytime in honor of the Passavant House! We will read a story that will introduce children to local history in a fun and engaging way. Following the storytime, kids will be encouraged to participate in an activity based on the story we read! The Passavant House was built in 1808 and Read More

At this virtual program, learn more about the history of the Mon Valley! Discover what artifacts await your visit - from the original schoolhouse of McKeesport, which opened in the first ward in 1832; to the Industry Room, which displays a variety of artifacts from McKeesport's National Tube Works. Following the presentation there will be Read More

Enjoy our special virtual storytime with the McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center! We will read a story that will introduce children to local history in a fun and engaging way. Following the storytime, kids will be encouraged to participate in an activity based on the story we read! Founded in 1980, The McKeesport Regional Read More