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135th Anniversary Commemorations of the Johnstown Flood Announced
The National Park Service and Johnstown Area Heritage Association will host a series of events to commemorate the 135th anniversary of the 1889 Johnstown Flood and honor the victims of the catastrophe.
VIDEO: Rosedale Remembered–A Commemoration of Shame and Commitment to Change
On September 7, 2023, a capacity crowd gathered at the Heritage Discovery Center to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Rosedale incident, in which Johnstown’s mayor ordered all Black people who hadn’t lived in Johnstown for at least seven years to leave. More than 2,000 people were displaced from their homes in response to the racist edict.
Young Preservationists Association names Richard Burkert Preservationist of the Year
The Young Preservationists Association (YPA) of Pittsburgh has recognized Richard Burkert, former president and CEO of JAHA, with its Preservationist of the Year Award!
JAHA seeks staff members
JAHA has immediate openings for three part-time positions -- some weekends and evenings required. Interested? Email Deb Winterscheidt at dwinterscheidt@jaha.org.
Remembering David McCullough
I note with sadness the recent passing of David McCullough, whose book and career have greatly influenced the Johnstown community, my career and life.
Pittsburgh’s public art could be likened to the city’s fingerprint. It is unique, celebratory of local voices, and a testament to its post-industrial landscape.
As public art invites everyone to interact with the creative spirit of Pittsburgh, The (New) Pittsburgh Exposition offers seven public art sites in and around the city that have helped define its civic art scene.