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Allegheny County to Light Iconic Sister Bridges
Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald announced this week, that the county will spend $6 million to light the iconic Sister Bridges that straddle the Allegheny River, connecting Downtown Pittsburgh to the neighborhoods on its North Side.
Video: Smithfield Street Bridge
We look at the Smithfield Street Bridge in our ongoing series, "Past is Present," profiling the aesthetic beauty of Pittsburgh's historic built environment. Through this series of vignettes featuring stories and a look at the history of buildings, bridges, and landmarks, we hope to give some insight into our city’s built environment and its rich architectural history.
Landmarks Foundation Accepts Applications for Historic Religious Properties Grant
The Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation (PHLF) is now accepting grant applications for the 2023 cycle of the Historic Religious Properties Grant program. The only one of its kind in Allegheny County, the program offers matching grants of up to $10,000 for the restoration and renovation of architecturally significant historic religious buildings...
A letter from the president of Bushy Run
The 259th anniversary of the battle of Bushy Run was held on August 6 and 7. the Bushy Run Battlefield re-enactment was a huge success with about 1600 visitors and more re-enactors than in previous years. For two days the public was given the opportunity to see a small part of their local history that occurred in the summer of 1763.
The Albany Plan of Union 1754
A full twenty-two years before the Declaration of Independence was written, Benjamin Franklin proposed the idea of a central government for the colonies. From June 19 to July 11, 1754 representatives from seven of the thirteen colonies met in Albany, New York. Their purpose was to discuss how to promote better relations between the colonies and the Native Americans and the threat presented by the French to the north of the colonies in Canada.
Sculptor Inna Babaeva wins the Pittsburgh Glass Center 2022 Ron Desmett Memorial Award, which comes with $2,500 cash prize
The Pittsburgh Glass Center announced the winner of its 2022 Ron Desmett Memorial Award for Imagination with Glass, which honors artists using glass in experimental and innovative ways. New York-based Ukrainian multimedia sculptor Inna Babaeva’s willingness to take risks and think outside the box were cited in the announcement that she will be the recipient of a $2,500 cash prize as well as studio time at PGC.
There's More To Hot Wheels Than A Souped Up Truck
Did you see our mobile glass studio Hot Wheels on KDKA last month? It was a blast to be on TV and share live glassblowing demonstrations with Mikey Hood, lifestyle and entertainment host on KDKA's “Pittsburgh Today Live.”
Transformation 11: Contemporary Works in Glass to open at Contemporary Craft
Glass is itself a transformation: created when ordinary sand encounters extreme heat. In this breathtaking exhibition, glass is transformed again, this time by 17 contemporary artists from across the globe. The resulting work pushes the boundary of traditional craft techniques and takes glass from the realm of the ordinary to the extraordinary.
Newsletter 8.26.2022
Artist Bob Freyer releases new beer-new skate deck show, Drake Well to host annual 'Gas Up' event, history of Carnegie International shown in video + fun events and more
Relive your childhood. Still drink beer.
“Yes I do [skateboard] but it is important for me to say that I am not good” artist Bob Freyer told me when I asked him if he was a skater after a skate deck show at .5 gallery. That’s okay that he’s not a particularly good skater because he’s really good at making bad ass skate deck designs. Last Saturday .5 featured skate decks from a variety of artists.
Drake Well Museum to Host Annual Fall Gas Up
Saturday, September 10, Drake Well Museum and Park will host the 37th Annual Fall Gas Up, sponsored by the Pioneer Steam and Gas Engine Society. Displays will include operating and stationary gas engines made in PA & tractors in the oil fields. The Fall Gas Up will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is included in the museum’s regular admission fees.
The History of the Carnegie International
WESTMORELAND CULTURAL TRUST’S GREENSBURG MUSIC FEST RETURNS WITH FREE LIVE MUSIC FOR THE COMMUNITY FOR THE FOURTH YEAR
Westmoreland Cultural Trust’s Greensburg Music Fest returns for its fourth year. On Saturday, August 27, hundreds of music fans will flock to downtown Greensburg to enjoy live performances from over ten local bands on four stages. This all-ages music festival is free and lasts from 12 – 9 PM in the Helman-Ghrist parking lot and Palace Theatre.
Volunteer Spotlight: Molly Doherty
A question and answer with Woodville Plantation volunteer Molly Doherty. Molly is a college freshman at Kent State University.
"Old' Buildings, New at Woodville!
Visitors who haven’t been to Woodville in a few years may notice some changes on the property. In addition to the circa 1810 barn that was moved to the site in 2020, the plantation has made several changes and improvements to many of the buildings on the property.
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.
Vida Chai premieres all-new immersive concert at the New Hazlett
Singer/songwriter Vida Chai kicks off the New Hazlett Theater’s 10th Season with Somewhere Strange, an all-new album in concert. Composed in the desert of 2020, this eclectic performance features an all-star band that seamlessly blends folk-Americana, jazz, and rock. This immersive concert uses music, dance, and storytelling to explore the complexity of isolation and companionship...
Landmarks Community Capital Seeks Input in Application for Funds
Landmarks Community Capital Corporation (LCC) — a non-profit lending subsidiary of our organization — advances historic preservation by helping to finance real estate development projects that facilitate renovation of buildings in low-to-moderate-income and historic neighborhoods and communities in the Pittsburgh region.
Landmarks Foundation works to save historic house in Sewickley
The Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation (PHLF) is concerned about a proposal by Divine Redeemer Parish to demolish the historic former Herbst House located on Broad Street, on the campus of St. James School in the Borough of Sewickley, about 12 miles northwest of Downtown Pittsburgh.
GOATS RETURN TO FRICK PARK
Goats have traditionally been used to manage the growth of invasive plant species, particularly in the forests of the western states that are prone to wildfires, and to manage grazing lands or rights-of-way for utilities companies.
Dale Vaughn, founder of the community event SpaceBurgh which connects people to Pittsburgh's growing space industry, as well as the owner of space themed Space Bar, sits down with Brian Crawford to discuss the event, the bar, craft beer and hard hitting sci-fi questions.