If ever in Pittsburgh this is a totally eclectic museum. There is a little bit of everything for family fun. We totally enjoyed all six floors. Each floor had 2 or more areas of interest.
I love that this building used to be an ice house. I really enjoy seeing old things repurposed for the good. The building itself is a treasure. The brick and wood beams feel old and industrial, but very cozy and charming. As we were leaving we saw that the first floor was bring transformed for a wedding.
Making new history!!!
Pittsburgh should be proud of this museum. It really highlights the city’s history and showcases the people who have made contributions to Pittsburgh and beyond.
If you love sports there is a lot to see and do. There are many interactive experiences in the sports area.
There is a rich history of industry and invention. My take aways were the city produced alot of steel, glass and pickles!! I know the city had and has so much more to offer, but those were the highlights.
If you love trolleys or transportation, there is a trolley museum in the city as well. We did not visit, but maybe in the future.
My favorite part was Mr. Rogers. I enjoyed watching his show as a child and as an adult it is hard not to love the message he was spreading.
If you didn’t know Heinz originated in Pittsburgh. They are proud of their 57 varieties and rightly so.
There was one floor where there was a collection of things that were cultural or just a blast from the past.
There was a good amount of hands on activities for children and adults. I really tried to be in the moment with my family, so I don’t have a lot of pictures of us playing, but there were science minded, art and sports activities. We played a football table game, bubble hockey, threw footballs, and tried to get materials to float.
We always take fun pictures, but the one below is just nonsense. The museum has an area that takes visitors back in time…apparently no one in my family wants to go back and do the hard chores.
We very much enjoyed out long weekend in Pittsburgh. Stay tuned for a couple of more posts about our weekend away.
The Listening Ladybug 