At this site in Dec. 1913, Gulf Refining Co. opened the first drive-in facility designed and built to provide gasoline, oils, and lubricants to the motoring public. Its success led to construction of thousands of gas stations by different oil . . . — — Map (db m40872) HM
Born Nov. 2, 1888
Died Nov. 2, 1918 of wounds
received while removing a wounded
comrade from the field at
Chateau Thierry, France. — — Map (db m225172) WM
"In honor of those who served our country in World War II.
15th District - 26th Ward
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania."
Milton Armstrong
Thomas Armstrong
Emerson Arn
Jean Ashbaugh
Charles Baer
George Baer . . . — — Map (db m272160) WM
Below are inscribed the names
of those from this community
who served in the
World War 1914-1918
Altmeyer, Harry M.
Ambacher, Paul M.
Amon, Rexford
Armour, James D.
Armour, Wendell
Armstrong, Thomas A. . . . — — Map (db m257650) WM
Spring Hill - City View
War Service League
This memorial dedicated in honor of the men and women who served our country in World War II
1941 - 1945
When we pass this sacred shrine, may each thank God for liberty divine, some gave . . . — — Map (db m272157) WM
Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
September 14, 1914.
September 14, 1939.
Dedicated to mark the passing of time in service to Veterans of America — — Map (db m260160) HM
Moving river cargo along the Allegheny was difficult when low bridges prevented large boats from passing through. The 30th Street Bridge was the last obstruction on the Allegheny that interfered with river commerce. When replaced in 1928, the new . . . — — Map (db m191482) HM
This tablet is dedicated to the memory of those members of the
One Hundred Seventh Field Artillery
who gave their lives for our country in the World War.
Charles A. Allen
William C. Bender
Garrett Cochran
Clyde A. . . . — — Map (db m262786) WM
841 Lincoln Avenue (c.1865)
Restored by
Junior League of Pittsburgh
An Historic Property of
Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation — — Map (db m65162) HM
In memory of the men below who were killed on February 3, 1926 in the Pittsburgh Terminal Coal Corporation Mine No. 4, in the relentless struggle to take more and more coal away from the womb of Mother Earth, where it had rested for millions of . . . — — Map (db m225638) HM
Originally the Hays Mansion owned by James B. Hays and built in the mid-1800's, this property was purchased by Charles H. Butterweck in 1916 from Stella and Louis Hays. Although the original home was destroyed in the 1936 flood, there is pictured . . . — — Map (db m174403) HM
(Front):
In memory of
Alexander Negley
Born in Germany 1734, of Swiss ancestry, came to Eastern Pennsylvania 1739, served in the War of the Revolution, settled on site of Highland Park 1778, died Nov. 3, 1809, and his wife . . . — — Map (db m273542) HM
Granite
1956
Sheraden's war memorial was dedicated to citizens who served the United States in all wars throughout the history of the country. It sits on land that was formerly owned by William Sheraden, and was at one time among the most . . . — — Map (db m256273) HM
The Pennsylvania Canal across Pennsylvania was an engineering triumph with a spectacular 37-mile railroad portage over the Allegheny Mountains. For half a century between 1820 and the Civil War, packet boats pulled by mules navigated through the . . . — — Map (db m191483) HM
Designed by Benjamin H. Latrobe and constructed in 1814. The Arsenal was used as a military garrison, in the manufacture and storing of supplies during the Civil War, Indian Wars, and Spanish American War. — — Map (db m40874) HM
Designed by Benjamin H. Latrobe. Built by Captain Abram R. Woolley on land purchased by the federal government from William B. Foster. Served as ammunition production center during Indian, Mexican and Civil Wars.
This tablet commemorates at . . . — — Map (db m224807) HM
Inscription from original monument
Erected by voluntary subscription to the memory of those who were killed by the explosion at the Allegheny Arsenal, September 17, 1862. Tread softly, this is consecrated dust. Forty five . . . — — Map (db m182079) HM
In the early 1700s, the Allegheny River formed a boundary: lands claimed by European nations were to the east, and lands claimed by Native Americans were to the west.
Near this site in 1783, James Robinson, the first permanent European settler . . . — — Map (db m191484) HM
Welcome
Allegheny Commons is Pittsburgh's oldest park and one of the first west of the Allegheny Mountains. It was designed in 1868 on land designated for common grazing when the town of Allegheny was surveyed in 1788. Its 80 acres are . . . — — Map (db m260080) HM
Major strikes by women cotton factory workers protesting 12-hour work-days occurred nearby in Allegheny City in 1845 and 1848. The strikes led to an 1848 state law limiting workdays to 10 hours and prohibiting children under twelve years of age from . . . — — Map (db m40301) HM
Formed September 24, 1788 out of Westmoreland and Washington counties. Named for the Allegheny River. County seat of Pittsburgh was laid out in 1764 and became a city in 1816. A center of the iron, steel and other industries and “Workshop of . . . — — Map (db m40937) HM
Allegheny County
Courthouse and Jail
has been designated a
National
Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance
in commemorating the history of the
United States of america
1976
National Park Service . . . — — Map (db m156216) HM
Erected to the memory of the 4,000 brave men of Allegheny County. Who fell in the great struggle to maintain the integrity of our union. The eye of God rests upon their graves even when unmarked by man. And their sleeping dust shall arise in the . . . — — Map (db m58142) WM
Tiny star-shaped white flowers give this native plant a foamy appearance. Butterflies and other pollinators visit its delicate blooms. Foamflower leaves were used to make an astringent wash for mouth sores and other wounds. — — Map (db m156276) HM
Part of the University of Pittsburgh. Chartered 1860; located here since 1912. At the original site nearby, Professor Samuel P. Langley conducted experiments that would lead to the first sustained, mechanically powered flight in 1896. — — Map (db m42219) HM
Civil War Dead
An estimated 700,000 Union and Confederate soldiers died in the Civil War (1861-1865). As the death toll rose, the U.S. government struggled with the urgent but unplanned need to bury fallen Union troops. This propelled the . . . — — Map (db m99059) HM WM
Erected to the memory of the boys of
Allegheny High School
Who sacrificed their lives
In the Great World War 1914-1918
Arthur Kennedy Baird
Samuel D. Buchholz
Stanley Diem Carpenter
William C. Coleman
James Costello . . . — — Map (db m260096) WM
In memory of our comrades of World Wars I and II who made the supreme sacrifice in order that this land of ours shall remain free
World War I
☆ George C. Mugianis
☆ Zacharias L. Mavronicolas
☆ George A. . . . — — Map (db m259119) WM
The seeds, buds and twigs of this native plant provide food for wildlife. The Iroquois have used this native plant to treat muscle soreness, bruises, and arthritis. Witch hazel extract is an ingredient in many commercial skin toning products. — — Map (db m156278) HM
In honor of and gratitude to those who served
Global War on Terrorism
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Operation Enduring Freedom
2001- 2021 — — Map (db m259220) WM
☆ Born November 25, 1835 ☆
Industrialist Andrew Carnegie led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late 19th century. Dedicated to philanthropy, he donated most of his vast wealth to foundations, charities, . . . — — Map (db m314513) HM
A poor Scottish immigrant, Carnegie became a millionaire steel magnate and proponent of the "Gospel of Wealth." Seeking to benefit society with his fortune, he built over 2,500 libraries and endowed institutions advancing education and peace. — — Map (db m40875) HM
☆ Born August 6, 1928 ☆
A leading figure in the Pop Art movement, Andy Warhol is considered one of the most important artists of the 20th century. Among his best-known works are the silkscreen paintings "Campbell's Soup Cans." . . . — — Map (db m314414) HM
Prominent Indian trader and interpreter, employed by the provincial governor of Pennsylvania as an Indian agent in the Western Country. As a trader travelled "To Allegheny" as far as Logstown, (Ambridge, PA). With two other Indian traders . . . — — Map (db m66451) HM
A founder of the “hard-bop” school of jazz, drummer Blakey grew up here, and got his start with Billy Eckstine's band. Blakeys group, “The Jazz Messengers,” featured Hank Mobley, Freddie Hubbard, Horace Silver, and Wynton . . . — — Map (db m48883) HM
August Wilson (1945-2005) was a prolific playwright born in the Hill District of Pittsburgh, just a short walk from this park. His renowned series of 10 plays, The American Century Cycle, chronicles the African American experience throughout . . . — — Map (db m259993) HM
☆ Born April 27, 1945 ☆
Playwright August Wilson, born Frederick August Kittel, is best known for his series of 10 plays chronicling the experiences of America's Black community in the 20th century. Collectively called The . . . — — Map (db m314484) HM
Co-founder of Pittsburghs Black Horizon Theater and the author of a cycle of ten plays that have been hailed as a unique triumph in American literature. The plays cover each decade of the 20th century and most focus on African American life in the . . . — — Map (db m48884) HM
To the south, at Nash and Avery Streets, stood Avery College. Founded in 1849 by Charles Avery (1784-1858), Methodist lay preacher, philanthropist, abolitionist, to provide a classical education for Negroes. — — Map (db m41046) HM
This memorial is dedicated to all the living and dead of Baldwin Borough whose valiant efforts and unselfish sacrifices have made America great — — Map (db m260610) WM
Owner of the Pittsburgh Pirates, 1900-1932, and legendary baseball leader influential in initiating the first modern World Series, 1903. He led Pirates to 6 National League and 2 World Series titles and was vital to building Forbes Field here, 1909. — — Map (db m199602) HM
Commemorating the destruction of the Battleship Maine in Havana Harbor Cuba February 15, 1898 and to the Soldiers, Sailors and Marines of Allegheny County who participated in the Spanish American War of 1898-1899 which followed this disaster. . . . — — Map (db m41048) HM WM
Bronze Plaque, Time Capsule, Flagpole, Beech Tree
2005
Beechview was founded as a borough in 1905, three years after the opening of the nearby trolley line led to a substantial increase in residential and commercial development. It became . . . — — Map (db m261338) HM
1917 - 1919
Honor Roll
This memorial erected and dedicated in honor of the boys and girls of Beechview who answered the call of their country in the World War.
G. L. Abernathy
H. R. Agnew
J. Alcorn
R. Allridge . . . — — Map (db m261349) WM
In 1751, the legislators of the Province of Pennsylvania ordered from an English foundry "A Good Bell" for the new bell tower of the state house (now know as Independence Hall) in Philadelphia. It was to be the jubilee symbol of the Pennsylvania . . . — — Map (db m66452) HM
This building, originally known as the Stanley Theater, was built in 1926-1927 by James Bly Clark as the Pittsburgh flagship of the Stanley-Clark Motion Picture Company. The architects were the Hoffman-Henon Company of Philadelphia, considered at . . . — — Map (db m74724) HM
This 10-ton Bessemer Converter was originally installed at the A. M. Byers Company, Ambridge, Pennsylvania. It was built by the Pennsylvania Engineering Corporation at its New Castle, Pennsylvania, plant in 1930, and was one of the last commercially . . . — — Map (db m61313) HM
Founded 1808 & known as the African Church. Chartered in 1818. Located nearby in early years, church was site of area's first school for colored children, 1831, and statewide civil rights convention, 1841. Congregation moved to Wylie Avenue, 1872; . . . — — Map (db m42023) HM
You are now standing in the Biergarten. Originally, this served as the area where horse-drawn carriages would drop off and pick up beer barrels. Look up at the windows and notice the remnants of iron hinges where shutters once hung, as well as . . . — — Map (db m123168) HM
African American jazz balladeer and bandleader whose innovative style and sponsorship of new talent helped revolutionize jazz in the 1940s. One of the nation's most popular vocalists, he had 11 gold records. He grew up in this house. — — Map (db m54980) HM
In this house on February 3, 1874, Gertrude Stein was born to Daniel and Amelia Stein. Author, poet, feminist, playwright, and catalyst in the development of modern art and literature.
"In the United States there is no space where nobody is . . . — — Map (db m78335) HM
This tablet marks the birthplace of the aluminum industry in the United States. On the site of this building the Pittsburgh Reduction Company, now Aluminum Company of America, late in November, 1888, produced the first commercial run of aluminum by . . . — — Map (db m79882) HM
Outcroppings on the slopes above Pittsburgh's factories exposed a rich coalfield that was considered a natural wonder of the modern world. The vast Pittsburgh Coal Seam extended across several states, and was so profitable it was called "Black . . . — — Map (db m174421) HM
Site of General John Neville's mansion, burned to the ground by insurgents during a major escalation of violence in the Whiskey Rebellion, July 16-17, 1794. General Neville was Inspector of Revenue under President Washington. In the two-day battle, . . . — — Map (db m40393) HM
Abbott Victor
Agatucci Ervie
Appel Ralph
Braun Edward
Braun Norman
Braun Richard
Braun Robert
Burke David
Burke Jack
Campbell Lawrence
Campbell Robert
Campbell William C.
Caraccia Albert
Cheslak John . . . — — Map (db m260469) WM
Son of
Calbraith Perry Rodgers
and
Maria Holmes Chambers Rodgers
Becoming interested in aviation he made his first flight June 6 1911. He entered the Open Aviation Meet at Chicago in August of the same year and won the duration prize. . . . — — Map (db m225096) HM
January 2, 1921 from Calvary Church for the first time in history a church service was broadcasted by radio wireless by the Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company. — — Map (db m65042) HM
The Iron City
For much of the 19th century, Pittsburgh was known as the Iron City. Home to large and small iron mills and foundries, the region produced a diversity of iron products including nails, cannon, structural and sheet iron, as . . . — — Map (db m174190) HM
Was present at the defeat of Braddock in 1755 and took part in all the subsequent wars until the Treaty of Greenville in 1795, after which he remained the friend and ally of the United States. — — Map (db m65044)
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior
Historic Landmark
Cathedral of Learning 1926-1937 — — Map (db m214313) HM
Following an All-American career at Duquesne, Cooper made basketball history as the first African American drafted by an NBA team. Selected
by the Boston Celtics on April 25, 1950, the
barrier-breaking Cooper
helped pave the way for
the . . . — — Map (db m228346) HM
Hall's invention of electrolytic manufacture of aluminum was first applied to commercial production in 1888 by the Pittsburgh Reduction Company, which later became Alcoa. This process, developed here, made the commercial use of aluminum possible. — — Map (db m73628) HM
Born Jan. 26, 1838, in Sheffield, England, son of Henry and Ann Skelton Parkin. At the request of a large steel company, he came to Pittsburgh in 1860 to erect a hammer shop of his design. In 1865 he formed the partnership of Miller, Metcalf and . . . — — Map (db m225174) HM
Pastor Russell formed a Bible study group in Allegheny City in the 1870's; developed it into the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society. It became the legal corporation for Jehovah's Witnesses. He lived in the Bible House nearby, 1894-1909; spoke here . . . — — Map (db m40173) HM
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