Musket balls and rifle locks are two of the featured artifacts on display.
It tells the story of western Pennsylvania's role during the French & Indian War and the American Revolution. Discover our best views and scenic overlooks and see if you can grab a selfie at each one! Point State Park and West End Overlook are two of our favorites! Photo Credit: David DiCello at the West End Overlook Fort Pitt Block Houseīuilt in 1764, it is the only surviving structure of the original Fort Pitt, and is the oldest building in Pittsburgh. We are a city of gorgeous hills and vistas. Take a Sunset Selfie at Pittsburgh's Most Famous Views Washington any evening to see why USA Weekend called this vantage point "one of the Top 10 most beautiful views in the country." Daytime views are great too, and sightseeing can be paired with a visit to the Emerald View Park, a 257-acre green space. Washingtonĭrive up McArdle Roadway to Mt. At either entrance, you will have to go through security. Open Mondays (except on government holidays), Feb-Oct, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. A portion of one of the cell blocks has been preserved as the "Old Allegheny County Jail Museum." Enter the facility through the main Ross Street entrance (between 5th and Forbes avenues behind the Courthouse) or through the courtyard arch on Fifth Avenue. Richardson and in use until July 27, 1995. Soffel," was completed in 1886 to the designs of Boston architect H. The Old Allegheny County Jail, as seen in the film "Mrs. Old Allegheny County Jail Museum Self-Guided Tours when a docent is available to tell the story of this historic building. If you happen to be touring downtown on the first or third Mondays of the month through October, stop by the Old Allegheny County Jail Museum between 11:30 a.m.
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See skyscrapers, soak up stories, scarf down a sandwich and more! Download one or all six free self-guided walking tours of downtown Pittsburgh to learn surprising tales from the past and see the best classic and modern skyscrapers. The world's largest bicycle museum (and adjoining shop) are free year-round for visitors, but donations are appreciated! See a wide variety of antique and vintage bicycles, custom-built bicycles, and rare bicycles from around the world as well as a collection of bicycle-related artifacts and memorabilia, including posters, photographs and artwork.
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