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Image via WikipediaWhat do Mr. Rogers, Nancy Reagan and Jimmy Carter have in common? They all signed the Pittsburgh Quilt along with Ronald Reagan, Mr. McFeely and 30,000 other Pittsburghers back in 1988. (Never did I think I would have a reason to write about Nancy Reagan on IheartPGH). Over the summer I wrote about the Pittsburgh Quilt which had more
Image via WikipediaFriday, Saturday and Sunday (Sept 26-28, 2008) celebrate Pittsburgh’s little Italy. Bloomfield knows how to celebrate – they will have food, music, games and festivities all over Bloomfield. The 2008 festival features free activities and entertainment for young and old. This year 12 musical groups perform on the Main Stage at Liberty more
Image via Wikipedia I found this notice at the bottom of last weeks Governor’s newsletter. Before sending the kids back to school, enjoy a day exploring Pennsylvania history. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is offering free admission for children age 17 and under at its 24 historical sites this month. To receive free general admission, more
Mark your calendars for this Pittsburgh art event! You don’t want to miss Pittsburgh 150-250: See how it was, See how it is. An art exhibit at Fein Gallery, April 25 through June 6, 2008. Never before seen images of Pittsburgh in 1908 as well as current artwork to celebrate Pittsburgh 250! See How It Was, See How It Is Featuring an exhibit of never more
A few years ago, on Penn Ave, just after you crossed Negly as you drive toward town there used to be this awesome Atari sign painted on the side of the building. It was by far a favorite of mine and one day it was gone before I could get a picture. Thankfully there are some great people in the area that love signs more that I do and they have been more
Even if you only know a little bit about Pittsburgh sports history, you know that the Immaculate Reception is an important moment in Pittsburgh and American sports history. Well sports fans, the Immaculate Reception is in the final 4 for ESPN’s Greatest Sports Highlight. Currently, The Immaculate Reception is up against Miracle on Ice. The winner more
