This Week in Pgh History
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Sidney Crosby Scores His First Hat Trick
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.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Roberto Clemente Is Too Fast for Hollywood?
Clemente was offered a small part in the 1967 film “The Odd Couple” but was eventually replaced by Bill Mazeroski.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: 625-Ton Meteor Explodes over Butler County
Despite the rarity of such an event, little was written about it at the time — and for good reason.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Pens Draft Mario Lemieux
Despite a career plagued with health problems, Lemieux is widely considered to be one of the greatest hockey players of all time.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Greater Pittsburgh Airport Opens
The terminal, the largest in the U.S. when it opened in 1952, would last 40 years before being replaced.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Babe Ruth Hits His Final Home Runs at Forbes Field
The Bambino went four-for-four, including three home runs before ending his legendary career less than three weeks later.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: World's First Suburb Founded
Evergreen Hamlet was initially home to a small utopian society and overlooked an infamous hotel.
