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History museum · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Senator John Heinz History Center
The largest history museum in Pennsylvania, housed in a former ice warehouse in the Strip District, with exhibitions on western Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh sports, and the children’s program by Fred Rogers.
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About Senator John Heinz History Center
The Senator John Heinz History Center occupies a brick warehouse from 1898 in the Strip District, the former wholesale market neighborhood on the banks of the Allegheny River. It is the state’s largest history museum and is affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.
The exhibits tell the story of western Pennsylvania, from Indigenous peoples and colonial conflicts to the era of steel, glass, and the major companies founded in the city, such as Heinz, known for sauces and preserves. There are historic streetcar exhibits, cars, and reconstructed street scenes.
One of the most sought-after rooms gathers sets and puppets from the children’s program Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, which was recorded in Pittsburgh. The Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, in the same building, presents the history of the city’s football, baseball, and hockey teams.
The surrounding Strip District has markets, food shops, and restaurants, and is especially lively on Saturday mornings.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Two to three hours.
Best time
Any time of year; combine it with a Saturday morning in the Strip District, when the markets are liveliest.
How to get there
It’s on Smallman Street in the Strip District, about 1.5 km from downtown. You can walk, take a bus, or bike along the riverfront.
Tip
Admission includes the sports museum. Allow time to walk around the Strip District after your visit.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Senator John Heinz History Center
What to see at the Heinz History Center?
The history of western Pennsylvania, the Mister Rogers' Neighborhood room and Pittsburgh’s sports museum.
Where is the Heinz History Center located?
In the Strip District, about 1.5 km from downtown Pittsburgh, on the banks of the Allegheny River.
Is the sports museum included in the Heinz History Center admission?
Yes, the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum is in the same building and is included.