The History Center’s African American Program will sponsor several film screenings and discussions in 2018 as part of the From Slavery to Freedom Film Series, hosted by the Frick Environmental Center at 2005 Beechwood Boulevard in Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Executive Women’s Council and a number of other high-level women’s organizations will come together to share accomplishments attained in corporate, governmental, social service, civic, political, financial and legal centers of power. READ MORE
PostSecret: The Show is an immersive, poignant journey through the humor and humanity of the personal stories we keep to ourselves, and on rare occasions, share with others. READ MORE
A portion of one of the cell blocks was preserved when the former Allegheny County Jail was renovated in 2001 to house the Family Division of the Court of Common Pleas. Tours take 30 minutes. Arrive by 12:30 to see and hear everything. READ MORE
The Pittsburgh Polar Plunge is an event to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA). Plungers commit to “Freezin’ for a Reason” and raise a minimum of $50 to dip a toe, wade, or jump on into the icy waters of the Ohio River. READ MORE
Lynda.com is a leading online learning platform that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn the latest tools and techniques with access to over 1,100 online courses. READ MORE
Join us at the spectacularly haunted William Penn Hotel, where you will hear ghostly tales about Henry Clay Frick and America's most important ghostly visitations. READ MORE
Guy Raz is the prolific host, creator, and editorial director of three NPR podcasts, including two of its most popular ones: TED Radio Hour and How I Built This. Margaret J. Krauss from local Pittsburgh NPR , 90.5 WESA, will interview Guy about his work on NPR. READ MORE
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and the Humanities Center at Carnegie Mellon University welcome you to the 2018 Pittsburgh Humanities Festival - exploring the theme of Continuum: Past, Present, Future. READ MORE
From age-old classics to contemporary work, the second annual Black Bottom Film Festival will illuminate and celebrate African American cinema and unique Black people. READ MORE
Need to warm up this winter? A tropical jungle is closer than you think! Take a break from the winter weather and enjoy a rainforest-inspired evening at the National Aviary’s 21+ fundraiser! READ MORE
Join thousands of craft beer fans for the Winter Pittsburgh Beerfest! Choose from hundreds of craft beers and enjoy the live music and socializing with friends and family. This is an event that beer-lovers don't want to miss! READ MORE
Winter in Pittsburgh calls for a cozy bar crawl! The Heinz History Center, Wigle Whiskey, and the Omni William Penn Hotel are teaming up for an indoor bar crawl inside the Omni William Penn Hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh. READ MORE
The Circa Carnival comes to town with whimsical tales of creatures of land and sea who tumble, fly, leap, and spin their way through many wondrous worlds. Zebras juggle and flip, kangaroos somersault, elephants have street-cred and rhythm, and dinosaurs shake, clatter, and roll to the music. READ MORE
You are cordially invited to join Lending Hearts in an evening of celebration & hope as we present this year's Lending Hearts Friend Award to former NHL & Pittsburgh Penguin Stanley Cup Champion, Mr. Tyler Kennedy, and his wife and owner of Cookie Couture Clothing, Mrs. Brandi Kennedy. READ MORE
Explore a career in engineering as you engage in hands-on activities, interact with professionals in the field, and check out presentations at more than 40 event tables. READ MORE
The artistry of Hindi cinema comes alive during this exuberant stage show that fuses live music, dance, and imagery that will thrill lifelong fans and novices alike. READ MORE
A true marriage between West African and European classical traditions, Casop: A Requiem for Rice is composed for full symphony orchestra and choir, an African and African-American inspired take on a classic requiem. READ MORE
For one night only at the spectacularly haunted William Penn Hotel, journey with us back to the age of elegant carriages and English manors bathed in gaslight, and spend an evening like the Victorians--sojourning with the dead. READ MORE
The Drinking Partners, 2x winners of City Paper's "Best of The Burgh," present A Night of EPIC Comedy at Arcade Comedy Theater. A pairing of Pittsburgh's best booze & comedians! READ MORE
Pittsburgh Ballet Theater Presents: Swan Lake - An evil enchantment and a mysterious love story give wings to a ballet that has captured the public imagination since 1895. READ MORE
At the Pittsburgh International Auto Show, auto enthusiasts will have a great opportunity to admire a wide variety of vehicles, from classic cars, to new and exotic cars. Attendees will also find information about the latest trends, technology, and safety features available on the market and much more! READ MORE
Sip on sparkling spirits and have a roarin’ good time at the 20th Annual History Uncorked, Pittsburgh’s premier party for young professionals. READ MORE
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” as you play, laugh, watch, and enjoy creating in this session that explores the world of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,” including a visit to the stage set for his pioneering television show on display at the History Center. READ MORE
GRAMMY Award-nominee, singer, songwriter, and producer Eric Roberson continues to break boundaries as an independent artist in an industry dominated by major labels, manufactured sounds and mainstream radio. READ MORE
Show your love and warm heart this Valentine's Day when you donate a winter hat, pair of gloves, or mittens to warm the head and hands of someone in need. READ MORE
Your intimate evening will begin with a champagne toast and a rose. Then tantalize your taste buds for an exquisite three-course dinner and dessert for two! READ MORE
A portion of one of the cell blocks was preserved when the former Allegheny County Jail was renovated in 2001 to house the Family Division of the Court of Common Pleas. Tours take 30 minutes. Arrive by 12:30 to see and hear everything. READ MORE
Community Options, Inc. invites runners, walkers, and rollers (baby strollers and wheelchairs) to help make difference in the lives of people with disabilities by participating in our annual Cupid’s Chase 5K. Because of you... we can make a difference! READ MORE
This February, be part of something great. Cupid’s Undie Run is a “brief” fun run that takes place in the middle of a BIG party. That’s right: party, run (a mile-ish, at your own pace), party – all to find a cure to Neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that affects 1 in every 3,000 children born. READ MORE
Write your own poems and illustrate them using a variety of fun art techniques. Create a unique, handmade book complete with blank pages for continued creativity! READ MORE
Robert Black performs Philip Glass’s The Not Doings of An Insomniac for solo double bass, which includes poetry by Lou Reed, Laurie Anderson, Yoko Ono, David Byrne, Leonard Cohen, and Patti Smith. Andrea Parkins presents her electroacoustic solo project, performed as a multi-diffusion work for electronically-processed accordion, objects, and live electronic processing. READ MORE
Learn basic metal smithing processes to fabricate sheet metal into adjustable rings at The Society for Contemporary Craft. Basic rings can be personalized with stamped names and words, as well as a variety of textures and finishes. READ MORE
Join the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust for an evening of repertoire and premiere work that will keep you completely entranced. Experience the restaging of Martha Graham’s iconic Lamentation solo performed by artistic director Maria Caruso. READ MORE
Multiple Choice Dance/Machine features Meeting, a performance by Australian choreographer Antony Hamilton and musician Alisdair Macindoe. Meeting reveals a fascination with the articulation of the body and mind in motion. READ MORE
Fans of the most talked about show on television can now get their fantasy fix live on stage with the hilarious MUSICAL THRONES: A Parody of Ice and Fire. Musical Thrones brings your most beloved and be-hated characters to life as you journey through all six seasons of the Emmy Award winning Game of Thrones series. READ MORE
This classic MAKEnight is back for another year of snark! Follow your heart and join us for an evening of food, drink and amore. And sass. We provide the making, you decide if your valentine will be snarky or scandalous. READ MORE
In honor of Black History Month, Smithsonian Channel, Comcast, and the History Center cordially invite you to an exclusive screening of the new documentary, “The Lost Tapes: Malcolm X.” READ MORE
Join the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and PNC for a provocative Black History Month town hall event featuring a conversation between two nationally prominent journalists. READ MORE
Co-presented with WYEP The Warhol welcomes Jens Lekman, from Gothenburg, Sweden, to our intimate theater on a short solo tour. Lekman’s unique sensibility draws from his droll sense of humor, romance, and melody, taking inspiration from artists such as Arthur Russell, The Magnetic Fields, Calvin Johnson, Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers. READ MORE
Gather up your family! Bring your friends! Join us for a healthy variety of games and puzzles every first Saturday of the month. Life, chess, backgammon - pick your poison and have some fun. READ MORE
The African American Program of the Senator John Heinz History Center will hold its fourth annual Black History Month Lecture featuring Dr. Tera W. Hunter, professor in the History Department and the Department of African American Studies at Princeton University. READ MORE
Travel to Jurassic times at Dinosaur Time Trek! The interactive dinosaur exhibit will feature fun educational activities, a chance to encounter a life-size dino skeleton, participate in a family game show and more! READ MORE
The Annual Northside Mardi Gras Celebration will feature 30+ restaurants, pubs and businesses offering live entertainment and New Orleans and other Pre-Lenten inspired food and drink specials during Pittsburgh’s only neighborhood-wide Mardi Gras celebration. READ MORE
Offering 5K running tours through 9 different Pittsburgh locations, Pittsburgh Running Tours is a great way to explore the city and get some exercise. READ MORE
Mark your calendars for one (or all) of these classes, break a sweat, then grab brunch in Market Square. Sounds like the perfect Sunday to us! READ MORE
Come to the Cabaret Theater and Backstage Bar to take advantage of our full bar and dinner menu as you enjoy the free, live music every Friday and Saturday! READ MORE
Pittsburgh's Renaissance Hotel lobby will be filled with the soulful sound of Nick Barilla each Wednesday from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. Experience his pop-piano stylings while enjoying the hotel restaurant and bar in a fun and relaxing setting. READ MORE
Join the Pittsburgh Renaissance Hotel as they feature a cooking demonstration series each Tuesday called “Discover Chef Saxon”. Chef Nick Saxon, executive chef of the Pittsburgh Renaissance Hotel and Braddock’s Pittsburgh Brasserie which is located inside the historic hotel, will prepare a meal and beverage each week. READ MORE
Fourteen of Pittsburgh’s leading cultural organizations have banded together to say “thank you” to their dedicated supporters by offering free admission to members of participating museums on select dates this February. READ MORE
Five actors take on the roles of over 50 different characters in this high-flying world-premiere comedy guaranteed to keep the suspense high and the laughs rolling! READ MORE
Salsa Fridays is a social dancing event that takes place at the Cabaret at Theater Square, downtown Pittsburgh. Beginners and advanced welcome. READ MORE