Community Treasures
The Jimmy Stewart Museum 835 Philadelphia Street , Indiana 724.349.6112 , jimmy . org
Who doesn ’ t love Jimmy Stewart ? His everyman persona shines through in “ It ’ s a Wonderful Life ,” “ Mr . Smith Goes to Washington ,” and “ Philadelphia Story ,” for which he garnered an Academy Award . Stewart grew up in Indiana and this museum has exhibits related to his Hollywood career , military service in World War II , and personal life with his beloved wife , Gloria , and their four children . It is a must-see for any Jimmy Stewart fan or classic film buff .
Kerr Memorial Museum 402 Delaware Avenue , Oakmont 412.826.9295 , kerrmuseum . com
This stunning memorial home of family physician Dr . Thomas Kerr is listed on the National Register of Historic Places . Commissioned in 1897 , it is a classic example of Queen Anne style architecture and gives visitors the chance to experience what life was like for the middle class of the late 19th and early 20th century . Tours are by appointment only , and special events and tours are held periodically as well .
The Living Dead Museum 200 Mall Circle Drive , Monroeville Mall 724.513.8245 , livingdeadmuseum . com
Another great museum for film buffs , The Living Dead Museum celebrates zombies in pop culture and cinema — including the original 1978 George Romero film “ Dawn of the Dead ,” which was partially filmed at the mall . There is a retail shop at the museum as well . Be sure to check to make sure that the museum is open before you go .
McGinley House and McCully Log House 2381 McGinley Road , Monroeville For tours : 412.973.5313 or tours @ monroevillehistorical . org , monroevillehistorical . org
This is a chance to see two historical homes at the same location ! The McGinley House is a vernacular stone structure circa 1830 and has been furnished according to the time period . The McCully Log House sits on land that belonged to one of the area ’ s original settlers and was built in the early 1800s . Both historical gems were slated for demolition at one time but thankfully they were restored , preserving them as an important part of the region ’ s history for future generations .
McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center
1832 Arboretum Drive , McKeesport 412.678.1832 , mckeesportheritage . org
You might be surprised at the famous and interesting people who have been a part of McKeesport history . Helen Richey was the first female commercially licensed
Hidden-Gem Museums in the City | Pittsburgh is known for its world-class museums — Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History , The Andy Warhol Museum , August Wilson Center , Mattress Factory , Children ’ s Museum , Carnegie Science Center , Frick Art and Historical Center , Cathedral of Learning , Fort Pitt Museum , Clemente Museum , Heinz History Center and many more — but here are some hidden and not-sohidden gems that make our city ’ s museum scene extra special !
American Jewish Museum 5738 Forbes Ave ., Pittsburgh ( Squirrel Hill ) 412.521.8010 , jccpgh . org
Bicycle Heaven 1800 Preble and Columbus Ave ., Pittsburgh ( North Side ) 412.734.4034 , bicycleheaven . org
Center for PostNatural History 4913 Penn Ave ., Pittsburgh ( Garfield ) postnatural . org
Johnny Angel ’ s Ginchy Stuff Museum 1800 Preble Ave ., Pittsburgh ( North Side ) 412.322.1830 , ginchystuff . com
Kelso Museum of Near Eastern Archaeology 616 N . Highland Ave ., Pittsburgh ( East Liberty ) 412.362.5610 , pts . edu / Museum
Moonshot Museum 1016 Lincoln Ave ., Pittsburgh ( North Side ) 412.314.4111 , moonshotmuseum . org
Museum of Illusions 267 North Shore Dr ., Pittsburgh ( North Side ) moipittsburgh . com
Old Allegheny County Jail and Museum 440 Ross St ., Downtown Pittsburgh 412.471.5808 ( for PHLF tours ), phlf . org
Photo Antiquities Museum 531 E . Ohio St ., Pittsburgh ( North Side ) 412.231.7881 , photoantiquities . org
Pittsburgh Tattoo Art Museum 5413A Walnut St ., Pittsburgh ( Shadyside ) pittsburghtattooartmuseum . com
Saint Anthony Chapel 1700 Harpster St ., Pittsburgh ( Troy Hill ) 412.999.4401 , pghshrines . org / about-st-anthony-chapel
Soldiers & Sailors Museum 4141 5th Ave ., Pittsburgh ( Oakland ) 412.621.4253 , soldiersandsailorshall . org
Troy Hill Art Houses Rialto St . and Tours St ., Pittsburgh ( Troy Hill ) troyhillarthouses . com
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