Coulter in South Versailles Township in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Arthur J. Rooney
(1901-1988)
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, November 13, 2011
1. Arthur J. Rooney Marker
Prominent Western Pennsylvania civic and sports leader and owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers, 1933-1988. With his guidance the Steelers won four 1970s Super Bowls. An accomplished athlete, Rooney was influential in the National Football League and was inducted into the National Football Hall of Fame, 1964. His family emigrated from Ireland in the 19th century; resided in Coulter where he was born until moving to Pittsburgh. He returned here often.
Erected 2005 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1964.
Location. 40° 17.758′ N, 79° 47.958′ W. Marker is in South Versailles Township, Pennsylvania, in Allegheny County. It is in Coulter. Marker is at the intersection of Tourman Street and Coulterville Road, on the right when traveling west on Tourman Street. Located at South Versailles-Coulter Veterans Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: McKeesport PA 15131, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Buena Vista Honor Roll (approx. 1.4 miles away); Church Bell (approx.
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Regarding Arthur J. Rooney. Most often referred to as "The Chief", Rooney founded the Pittsburgh Steelers, and though they floundered for most of the early part of their history, they have become one of the most storied franchises in professional football history, with Mr. Rooney as owner, they won the first 4 of their 6 Super Bowls to date.
Also see . . .
1. Hall of Famers - Art Rooney. Pro Football Hall of Fame website entry (Submitted on November 13, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
2. Arthur "Art" Rooney. Find A Grave website entry (Submitted on November 13, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
3. Art Rooney. Wikipedia article on The Chief (Submitted on November 14, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
4. Pittsburgh Steelers. Official Website (Submitted on November 13, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By Unknown
2. Arthur Joseph "Art" Rooney, Sr.
The Chief
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, November 13, 2011
3. Arthur J. Rooney Marker
Photographed By Ap, January 12, 1975
4. Art Rooney & Peter Rozelle
NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle presents The Vince Lombardi Super Bowl IX trophy to Steelers owner Art Rooney in the locker room after the game.
Photographed By Unknown
5. Art Rooney
Posing with his 4 Super Bowl Lombardi Trophies won by the Steelers in the 70's
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, August 19, 2006
6. Arthur J. Rooney Grave
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, November 18, 2011
7. Art Rooney Statue
Located outside of Heinz Field near Gate A.
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, November 18, 2011
8. Art Rooney Avenue
Art Rooney Avenue runs parallel to Heinz Field on it's east side.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 13, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 1,275 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on November 13, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 6. submitted on November 14, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 7, 8. submitted on November 18, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
