This Week in Pgh History
This Week in Pittsburgh History: “Sudden Death,” Shot in Pittsburgh, Opens in Theaters
There are plenty of familiar faces in the movie, including Mike Lange, Paul Steigerwald and several Penguins players.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Attack on Pearl Harbor Hits Home and Ends a Movement
The news of the attack came just as an America First rally was slated to begin at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Pitt Running Back Tony Dorsett Wins the Heisman Trophy
A senior in 1976, Dorsett led Pitt to its first National Championship since 1937.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: George Washington Arrives in the 'Burgh for First of Seven Visits
Rick Sebak take a look back at our nation’s first president’s many visits. Don’t worry — he saves the best (and first) for last.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Mayor Richard Caliguiri Announces Plans for Renaissance II
The plan resulted in significant changes to the city’s skyline but was offset by a sharp downturn in the local economy.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Mean Joe Greene's Jersey Is Retired
Watch as some of his former teammates joined thousands of fans to honor Greene, only the second Pittsburgh Steelers player to have his number officially retired.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Sidney Crosby Scores His First Hat Trick
With fans awaiting Sidney Crosby's return following wrist surgery, we take a look back at one of the most significant moments in his incredible career.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Pirates Win Two World Series
On the same day in 1971 and 1979, the Pirates defeated the same team to become World Champions.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: “Bridge to Nowhere” Finally Opens
Although the bridge over the Allegheny River to Pittsburgh's North Side was completed in five years, it was unusable for another six.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Most Exciting Game at PNC Park
The National League Wild Card game in 2013 rewarded a raucous crowd with an unforgettable win. Watch the game's pivotal moment.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Roberto Clemente Gets His 3,000th Hit
It was the last regular-season at-bat of his career.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Pitt Commits to Building the Cathedral of Learning
It would take 11 years for this Pittsburgh landmark to get from groundbreaking to dedication.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Beatles' Only Concert in Pittsburgh
It was back in 1964 when Ringo Starr, John Lennon, George Harrison and Paul McCartney performed their one and only Pittsburgh show at the Civic Arena.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Crash of USAir Flight 427
The accident led to the most extensive aviation investigation in world history.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Amelia Earhart Crash Lands in Fox Chapel
Earhart initially thought her flight would end with “a perfect landing.”
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Digging Begins for Ft. Pitt Tunnels
Construction of the tunnels and the Ft. Pitt Bridge were key parts of Pittsburgh's First Renaissance.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Chuck Noll Conducts the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
After Chuck Noll led the Steelers to four Super Bowl championships, he “coached” 101 classical musicians through “The Stars and Stripes Forever.”
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Northway Mall Opens
At the time, it was the first enclosed shopping mall in Pennsylvania.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Quecreek Miners Are Rescued
Also, the mastermind behind the 1970s-era Super Steelers enters the Hall of Fame, Sidney Crosby becomes a Penguin and the author of the famous “Last Lecture” passes away.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: John Cigna Moves to Mornings
Also, after 20 years of being spelled Pittsburg, the city got its “h” back for good.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Three Rivers Stadium Opens
It would last for 30 years and be demolished with just half of its original debt paid off.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Dippy the Dinosaur Is Unveiled
Also, Mister Rogers is honored at the White House.
