Pittsburgh Region

Nestled in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, the Pittsburgh Region has much to offer in terms of nature, water recreation, history, museums and parks. Pittsburgh is noted for the three rivers which pass through the area, the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio Rivers. This abundance of waterways results in the region having the second largest number of pleasure boats in the country! On land, enjoy numerous museums including the Andy Warhol Museum. You can hike, bike or walk along numerous paved trails in the State Parks peppered around the region. For the children, visit the Pittsburgh Zoo and the Children's Museum. Outside of Pittsburgh, travel to Lawrence County to enjoy everything from the rustic charm of Amish country to the wonders of the Living Treasures Animal Park. In Armstrong County lies the largest section of the Allegheny River and in it, every species of fish that lives in Pennsylvania. Things to See and Do Attractions Gateway Clipper Fleet in Pittsburgh - Dining, dancing and sightseeing cruises sailing Pittsburgh's three rivers on five fabulous riverboats. Just Ducky Tours in Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh's only land and water tour in two amphibious vehicles. Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre - Performs classical ballet masterpieces and exciting exploration of today's dance. Pittsburgh Broadway Series in Pittsburgh - The best of Broadway on the road. Pittsburgh Center for the Arts in Pittsburgh - Regional arts center featuring exhibitions, shop and school. Pittsburgh Symphony - Pittsburgh Symphony performing Classical and Pops concerts at Heinz Hall. SNPJ Slovenian Heritage Center in Enon Valley - Pennsylvania's largest collection of authentic Slovenian historical items and displays. Covered Bridges Bailey Covered Bridge in Prosperity, PA. Originally built in 1889, this bridge burned in 1994 and was reconstructed. Bank's Covered Bridge in New Wilmington, PA. Crosses the Neshannock Creek and is 121 feet long. Blaney Mays Covered Bridge (aka Mays Covered Bridge) in Brownsville, PA.. Built in 1882 and spans the Middle Wheeling Creek. Dunlap Creek Bridge in Brownsville, PA. The first metal-arch bridge in the U.S. Built in 1836-39. Ebenezer Covered Bridge in Kammerer, PA. Date of construction is unknown. Spans the Mingo Creek. McConnell's Mill Covered Bridge in Portersville, PA. Built in 1874. Crosses the Slippery Rock Creek. Historic Sites Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center in Pittsburgh - Urban history center preserving and interpreting Western PA through exhibits, research library and special programs. The Frick Art & Historical Center in Pittsburgh - Clayton, the Victorian residence of Henry Clay Frick; the Frick Art Museum; Car and Carriage Museum; Greenhouse and Cafe. Museums Fort Pitt Museum in Pittsburgh - Fort Pitt depicts the conflict between England and France in the New World. Historic Harmony/Harmony Museum in Harmony - National Landmark District. Native Americans, Harmonists, Mennonites, long rifles, oil, Victoriana. Meadowcroft Museum of Rural Life in Avella - Living history village with 19th century log homes, schoolhouse, blacksmith shop and covered bridge. Merrick Art Gallery in New Brighton - Collection of 19th-century paintings including Hudson River School. The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh - Seven floors of Warhol's paintings, drawings, sculpture and archives. The Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History in Pittsburgh - Explore impressionism, contemporary art, architecture, dinosaurs, gems, African wildlife, Egyptian artifacts. Parks & Trails Hillman State Park in Hookstown - Hiking trails and radio-controlled model airplane field. McConnells Mill State Park in Portersville - Scenic Slippery Rock Creek Gorge, historic Grist Mill. Picnicking and hiking. Moraine State Park in Portersville - 17,000 acres. Boating, picnicking, bicycling, hiking and cabins. Point State Park in Pittsburgh - Confluence of Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers. Fort Pittsburgh Scenic Fountain. Raccoon Creek State Park in Hookstown - Soldier days representing American history. Reenactments, crafts, military displays and musical entertainment. Science & Nature Related Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh - Featuring 250 hands-on exhibits, OMNIMAX theater, interactive planetarium and more. Living Treasures Animal Park in New Castle - Pet, feed and enjoy over 500 friendly animals from all over the world. Locations in New Castle and Laurel Highlands. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Pittsburgh - Historic Victorian glasshouse and gardens with thirteen display rooms, outdoor gardens, year-round exhibits and butterflies, flower shows and entertainment. Pittsburgh Zoo - Over 4,000 animals in naturalistic surroundings. Includes one of the top children's zoos in the country. Rodef Shalom Botanical Gardens in PIttsburgh - The natural world of ancient Israel with over 100 species. The National Aviary in Pittsburgh - Home to 500 exotic and endangered birds.

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