Senator John Heinz History Center

The Senator John Heinz History Center is a regional museum spanning six floors with exhibits on Western Pennsylvania's past. These spaces present the region's industrial rise, social changes, and cultural accomplishments across different time periods.

The museum documents Pittsburgh's shift from an industrial center to a leader in technology, medicine, and education starting in the 1800s. This transformation shows how the city changed its economic direction and built new areas of strength.

The Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum section celebrates athletic accomplishments from the region and displays memorabilia from local teams and champions. Visitors can trace the region's sporting history through objects and photographs on display.

Visitors can use the Detre Library and Archives from Wednesday through Saturday for family history research at no extra charge. Access to historical documents and collections supports personal research during your visit.

The museum preserves the original set pieces and puppets from the television show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Alongside this collection sits an 11-foot (3.3 meters) tall Heinz ketchup bottle that stands out for visitors.

Location: Pittsburgh

Address: 1212 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Phone: +(412)4546000

Website: http://heinzhistorycenter.org

GPS coordinates: 40.44684,-79.99207

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:41