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Volume 19 | No. 1| Fall 2010

makingHISTORYThe Newsletter of the Senator John

Vatican Splendors Visits the History Center One of the largest collections of Vatican art and display at the Vatican; historical objects to ever tour is com- •A reliquary containing the remains of ing to this fall. and Saint Paul that has History Center By The Numbers On Oct. 2, the Senator John Heinz History never been outside of the Vatican; Center will open Vatican Splendors: A Journey •Original frescoes of saints cre- through Faith and Art, a 10,000 square-foot ex- ated between 1277-1280 at hibition presenting unique objects illustrating the Basilica of Saint Paul 2,000 years of art, history, and culture. The Outside-the-Walls; 200Vatican artifacts coming to the History Center History Center is one of only three venues •Objects discovered at the as part of the Vatican Splendors exhibition. in North America to host this extraordinary tombs of Saint Peter and Story, page 1. exhibition. Saint Paul; Presented by Federated Investors, Inc. and •A bronze Cast of the Hand UPMC, Vatican Splendors provides Ameri- of Pope John Paul II, which cans with a rare opportunity to see artwork and visitors are encouraged to objects from the collections of the Vatican. touch during their visit, “As the Smithsonian’s home in Pittsburgh, the alongside a handwritten poem Feet cleared by Bill Mazeroski's406 World Series-winning History Center is honored to bring this once-in-a- from John Paul II; and home run honored in a new exhibition. lifetime exhibition to Western ,” said •Historical objects from the modern Andy Masich, president and CEO of the History and ancient basilicas of Saint Peter’s in Rome. Story, page 2. Center. “Visitors will experience one of the world’s greatest collections, including several pieces that have See Vatican Splendors, page 7. never been seen outside of the Vatican walls.” The Vatican Splendors exhibition presents nearly 200 unique items from the Vatican, including: Be One of the First to Experience Vatican Splendors 360Degrees of the new Discover the Real •Original works by , as well as a first George Washington virtual tour. generation cast of the Pietà from St. Peter’s Ba- The premiere of Vatican Splendors: A Journey through Faith and Art presented by Federated Investors, Inc. and UPMC, will silica, alongside signed documents and personal Story, page 6. take place on Friday, Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. objects used to work on the ; This black tie Sera de Celebrazione features an evening •17th century works by Bernini, including carved, of music, fine wine, and cuisine celebrating the world’s most gilded angels and a baroque urn de- venerated artistic masterpieces from the Vatican. Cocktails and picting the Last Supper from hors d’oeuvres will be served. Entrance to the exhibition will be the Basilica of Saint Mary at timed intervals. Visitors1,433 who attended the third annual Major; Celebrating with us will be honored guest Monsignor "Pittsburgh's Hidden Treasures" event this summer. •Guercino’s c. 1622 Roberto Zagnoli, Vatican Splendors curator, and spiritual leaders “Portrait of Christ and officials from North America and the Vatican, as well as Story, page 6. with Crown of members of the Vatican Splendors exhibition team. Thorns” painting, Tickets to this once-in-a-lifetime premiere to benefit the the first modern rep- History Center can be purchased for $250 per person. For more resentation of information or to purchase tickets, please contact Sara Gaal at Jesus, that has 412-454-6324 or [email protected]. never been on SPORTS page

By: Anne Madarasz, Co-Director of the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum Beat 'Em Bucs! Though it lasted seven games, the 1960 World Series is best remem- bered for its final moment. On Oct. 13, 1960 at 3:36 p.m., Bill Mazeroski smashed a Ralph Terry pitch over the left field wall at winning Take Your Base: Game Seven and the Series. A lifelike figure of the Hall of Treasure from the 1960 World Series Famer is the centerpiece of the s Bill Mazeroski rounded the bases after hitting his World Series-winning Beat ‘Em Bucs - The Story of the home run, fans took to the field to celebrate. One, Alex DeMao, had a very 1960 exhibi- tion, sponsored by UPMC Health specific goal in mind - reaching first base. By the time Maz was headed for Plan. Mazeroski was on hand third,A DeMao had raced from his seat along the first base line and jumped onto the for the unveiling of the figure field. He grabbed first base and gave it a hearty tug, expecting it to be strapped down that captures the iconic moment in place. Instead, he easily pulled the base’s of the 1960 World Series, just telescoping steel peg from the ground, almost as “Maz” connected for a solo landing on his back. By the time Maz reached home run over the left field wall home, Alex DeMao and first base were in the at Forbes Field to win the cham- crowd waiting to congratulate him. pionship over the New York DeMao, who can be seen in photographs Yankees. Beat ‘Em Bucs features an of that day with his prize, celebrated in the array of artifacts that recount parking lot, then headed home to Arnold, the historic 1960 season. Pa. The base went on display in his tavern Museum visitors can see the along 18th Street, DeMao’s Inn. Custom- pitching rubber and first base ers loved to see it, touch it, and remem- used in the seventh game of the ber that day. Alex’s son Nick, who was at 1960 World Series, a game-used jersey of 1960 National League Forbes Field that day sitting in the up- Most Valuable Player Dick Groat, and a bat used by Hall of Famer Ro- per deck, now owns the base. It reminds berto Clemente, along with rare items such as a ticket from the first World him not only of the Pirates World Series Series between the Pirates and the Boston “Americans” in 1903. Also on display for the first time publicly is an original painting by win, but also of a day when his usually internationally renowned artist and Pittsburgh native Burton Morris. “Maz reserved father acted out his joy and Double Play,” shows Mazeroski, an eight-time Gold Glove winner, turning brought home this keepsake. a double play in Morris’ distinctive post-Pop style. Visitors to the History Center can see Beat ‘Em Bucs will remain open through Jan. 2011. the first base from the 1960 World Series as part of the new exhibition, Beat 'Em Bucs - The Story of the 1960 Pittsburgh Pirates,now through Jan. 2011. Maz, You're Up! The History Center recently released "Maz, You’re Up!," a new children’s book commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1960 World History Center Hosts First Annual Bocce Tournament Series. Kelly Mazeroski, Bill’s daughter-in-law, was inspired to write the book after the birth of her first son. She weaves an engaging tale centered on the story of Maz’s Series-winning home run. "Maz You’re Up!" features original watercolor illustrations created by Pittsburgh artist Judith Lauso, as well as photographs and images from the History Center’s and Pittsburgh Pirates’ archives. It is available for $12.95 at the History Center Museum Shop and e-store at www.heinzhistorycenter.org.

Maz, You re Up! Bocce Tournament winners John Reed, Terry Sechler, History Center President & CEO Andy Masich with John Golemb, and Mike Cox. tournament chair Jack Mascaro.

The History Center's First Annual Bocce Tournament and Festival attracted near- ly 400 people to a fun-filled event that benefitted the Italian American Program. Chaired by Jack Mascaro of Mascaro Construction Co., the tournament raised more than $125,000 for the History Center. Attendees enjoyed great food courtesy of

John Barsotti of Common Plea Catering and live entertainment by Pure Gold. Written by Kelly Mazeroski JRD Sales/Wholesale Builders Supply, the winning team, graciously donated Illustrated by Judith Lauso their $7,000 winnings back to the Italian American Program. The second place team, Mascaro Construction Co., also donated their $3,000 winnings back to the Italian Program. Stay tuned for details about the Second Annual Bocce Tournament Bill Mazeroski was on hand to sign copies of the new children’s book and Festival, slated for Aug. 20, 2011. “Maz You’re Up!” during the Beat ‘Em Bucs exhibition opening.

2 | The Newsletter of the Senator John Heinz History Center History Center Announces Vatican Splendors Cabinet Presenting Sponsors Federated Investors, Inc. UPMC

Martin G. McGuinn and J. Christopher Vatican Splendors Cabinet Donahue enlisted Vatican Splendors Cabinet Martin G. McGuinn and J. Christopher Donahue, Chairmen members to help bring the Vatican Splen- dors exhibition to the Histroy Center. Nadine E. Bognar As one of only three cities in North Amer- Joseph L. Calihan Charles J. Dougherty, Ph.D., Duquesne University ica to present the Vatican Splendors exhibi- Robert P. Kelly, BNY Mellon tion, Pittsburgh’s community and corporate Kenneth R. Melani, M.D., Highmark Inc. leaders have stepped forward to generously Jeffrey A. Romoff, UPMC support the $1.4 million exhibition which David Shapira, Giant Eagle Martin G. McGuinn J. Christopher Donahue The Most Reverend David A. Zubik, D.D. premieres at the History Center on Oct. 2 and runs through Jan. 9, 2011. Benefactor Sponsors “I have been gratified by the response from community and corporate leaders on the Richard B. Fisher Cabinet, making it possible to bring an exhibition of this stature to Pittsburgh,” said Richard P. Simmons

Martin G. McGuinn, co-chair. “This exhibition promises to be one of the most spectacular Patron Sponsors ever at the History Center.” Roy G. Dorrance, III Added co-chair Chris Donahue, “There is simply no way that something of this magni- Frank B. Fuhrer tude could be accomplished without the generous support of so many. Vatican Splendors John T. Ryan, III has resonated with supporters in a special way, regardless of faith or religious preference, Contributors and one can’t help but be awed by the splendor of the art." Maureen S. O’Brien John S. Stanik, Calgon Carbon Corporation

Members Only In Memoriam It was with great sadness that Vatican Splendors marks the first time the History Center learned of the that an exhibition at the History Center has passing of a dear friend and sup- included an additional ticket price. Histo- porter, Grace Compton. ry Center members receive the deepest pos- Grace was a long-time trustee sible discount on Vatican Splendors tickets whose love for the History Cen- - $15 for Adult and Senior members and $11 ter was an inspiration. for children (children under age 5 are free). For nearly 15 years, Grace co- Members are invited to use the special membership codes and dis- hosted the History Center’s an- Pictured at the dedication of the History Center’s counts for their guests, commensurate with their membership level. Grace M. Compton Conservation Lab are Rachael Compton, nual 1879 Founders’ Circle Dinner If you have any questions, please contact us at 412-454-6436 or Gracie Compton, Grace Compton, and Jim Compton. with Bob & Jan Barensfeld. She [email protected]. Additional details are also avail- also generously funded the Conser- able at www.heinzhistorycenter.org. vation Lab in the Special Collections Gallery, which now carries her name. The History Center family will miss Grace’s charm, generosity, and genteel ways. Always thinking of others, her memory will live on in our hearts and, of course, here at the History Center.

History Center Meets Million Dollar Match Steven & Beverlynn Elliott, Endowment Campaign co-chairs, are pleased to announce that the History Center has met the $1 million challenge from the Richard King Mellon Foundation. Ms. Elliott stated, “We are grateful to the donors that have helped us meet the challenge bringing the endowment funds raised to date to $5.9 million, 48% of our $12.4 million goal.” The History Center's total endowment now stands at $24.9 million. However, there is more work to do. Since being awarded with the presti- gious National Endowment for Humanities (NEH) Challenge Grant, the goal This past spring, History Center members enjoyed a bus trip to George Washington's is to meet their challenge 4-to-1 by July 31, 2012. Mount Vernon. The trip was part of a joint venture between the History Center and Mount Vernon If you would like to contribute to the History Center’s endowment and in conjunction with the recent Discover the Real George Washington exhibition. Members can look forward to more opportunities like this in the future. use your gift to meet the challenge, please contact Audrey Brourman at 412-454-6404.

Assisting the History Center Through EITC Federal Payroll Deduction Help your company receive valuable tax credits, while supporting the The Combined Federal Campaign is a workplace payroll deduction option for History Center’s education programs at the same time. By giving through pledges made by Federal civilian, postal and military donors during the campaign the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC), eligible busi- season (Sept. 1 to Dec. 15) to support eligible non-profit organizations that pro- nesses are awarded significant tax credits for their philanthropic efforts. vide health and human service benefits throughout the world. For more details, please contact Cara Lindberg at 412-454-6325 or The History Center is now an eligible recipient. Donors can designate their pay- [email protected]. roll deduction gift by using code 72452 for the History Center.

Fall 2010 makingHISTORY|3 The History Center recently completed its 2010 fiscal year. Over the next two pages, please enjoy a quick look back at some of the highlights from the past twelve months. With blockbuster History Center Year End Report exhibitions, award-winning events, and educational outreach, the History Center continues to reach new and diverse audiences, with much more to come over the next year!

182,925History Center visitors - a new record! Museums in the U.S., including the 781History Center, accredited by the American Association of Museums

Total History Center members - a new record!

Keystone Society of Tourism 5,641 1Award earned by Andy Masich

Visitors who saw the over a four 17,000day period in April, including 53 babies who were photographed in the Cup

$300,000Raised at the 18th annual History Makers Award Dinner

523Student-athletes who participated in the inaugural WPIAL Summit on Sportsmanship at the Sports Museum 80,429Visitors who enjoyed seeing George Washington's teeth as part of the Discover the Real George Washington exhibition School students who attended 423National History Day, sponsored by Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Authors featured at the eighth annual History Center Book 53Fair

School students30,000 who visited the History Center 9.1Travelers who sawmillion the History Center's life-like figures of Franco Harris and George Washington at the Pittsburgh International Airport

Exhibits launched this year, including Lincoln: The Constitution & The Civil War 5and Lincoln Slept Here

300New acquisitions in the Library & Archives

$90,000Awarded to the Library & Archives from the Hafner/Cox Foundation at PNC for the development of a digital timeline of Jewish philanthropy in Pittsburgh

6 | The Newsletter of the Senator John Heinz History Center The History Center recently completed its 2010 fiscal year. Over the next two pages, please enjoy a quick look back at some of the highlights from the past twelve months. With blockbuster exhibitions, award-winning events, and educational outreach, the History Center continues to reach new and diverse audiences, with much more to come over the next year!

Fiscal Year 2010 Total Operating Budget: $6.3 million Operating Revenue Operating Expense

Keystone Society of Tourism 1Award earned by Andy Masich

Raised at the 18th annual 57% Contributions 16% Exhibits & Collections 14% Membership & Development History Makers Award Dinner 18% Earned Income 23% Programs 7% Marketing

14% Government 17% General Services 2% Building Maintenance

11% Investment 17% Building Operations 3% Security

Visitors who enjoyed seeing George Washington's teeth as part of the Discover the Real George Washington exhibition History Center e-newsletter subscribers 12,192 16,000Years of history at , the oldest site of human habitation in North America History Center 1,339Facebook fans

6,765School children who participated in Meadowcroft educational programs

53Print, TV, and radio stories about Fort Pitt Museum in the first three months

8,221Visitors to Fort Pitt Museum in the first three months since the History Center began managing the site Sites in the History Center's 4"museum system," including the History Center, Sports Museum, Fort Pitt, and Meadowcroft

Fall 2010 makingHISTORY|5 History Center Launches New Virtual Tours

If you didn’t get to catch the Discover the Real George Washington ex- hibition before it left this summer, you can now explore the exhibit from the

Histor-e comfort of your computer screen with the History Center's new 360-degree virtual tour. Visitors can control their virtual experience by moving the camera up- and-down and side-to-side, as well as zoom in and zoom out. "Hot spots" throughout the tour reveal unique content about artifacts, including audio files, exhibit videos, journal entries, and much more that will expand visitors’ in-museum experience. Virtual tours of Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation and the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum will premiere later this fall. Visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org to check out these cutting-edge tours!

Meadowcroft Hosts Second Annual Fort Pitt Museum Opens with a Bang American Indian Heritage Weekend

On Sept. 25 and 26, Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village will host the second annual American Indian Heritage Weekend. Visitors will enjoy demonstrations of traditional American Indian skills such as flint knapping, fire starting, bow and ar- Following a very busy summer with visitation approaching 10,000 visi- row making, along with Indian games, tors, the Fort Pitt Museum is looking forward to its first season of field basketry, and demonstrations. trips as a member of the History Center family. The Fort Pitt Museum has a Visit Meadowcroft’s recreated 16th number of upcoming events this fall including: century Indian Village to explore the interior of a wigwam, see carefully rec- Ghosts at the Fort - Oct. 30 Light up the Museum – Nov. 19 reated prehistoric artifacts, and try your Visit the museum after dark to Come down to Point State Park hand at using the atlatl, a prehistoric experience the terrifying true stories for the lighting of the holiday tree. spear thrower. of Fort Pitt’s history. Costumed Stop into the Fort Pitt Museum to Tours of Meadowcroft Rockshelter, a National Historic Landmark, will guides will lead visitors around warm up with colonial music and allowing visitors a chance to learn about life in Western Pennsylvania over the the museum stopping at multiple dancing, holiday refreshments, and past 16,000 years. locations where the stories from the crafts for kids of all ages. Meadowcroft is located near Avella, Pa. in Washington County. For more past will come alive. information, visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org or call 724-587-3412. For more information on events at Fort Pitt Museum, visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org.

"Pittsburgh's Hidden Treasures" Attracts Local History

The third annual “Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures, An An- tiques Appraisal Show” event attracted nearly 1,500 visitors and members to the History Center on Sunday, Aug. 29. While the KDKA-TV cameras rolled, collectors from throughout the region brought their family heirlooms and Visitors line up around the block for Smithsonian conservator Don Williams and prized possessions to meet with more than 30 professional ap- "Pittsburgh's Hidden Treasures” History Center President & CEO Andy Masich praisers from a variety of disciplines. talked to visitors about their treasures. History Center President and CEO Andy Masich along with KDKA-TV’s Dave Crawley, Ken Rice, and Mary Robb Jackson interviewed hundreds of interesting visitors, who showcased everything from signed 1960 Pirates and vintage jerseys to antique Kentucky rifles and signed documents from Ben Franklin. Joining them was Smithsonian conservator Don Williams, who provided visitors with advice on how to best preserve their priceless family heirlooms. KDKA will air a total of 10, half-hour episodes of “Pitts- burgh’s Hidden Treasures” later this fall. Stay tuned to www.heinzhistorycenter.org or check local television listings for additional information. Mary Robb Jackson talks to appraiser Jim Tripodi Appraiser Sam Berkovitz discusses a painting about a Pittsburgh Hornets jersey on the KDKA set. with two visitors.

6| The Newsletter of the Senator John Heinz History Center Mr. Neil Alexander Bondi Ms. Sandra Ms. Erin Doremus Mr. Ted Frick Mr. William Robert Koch Ms. Neyrchel Mr. William Ostergaard Ms. Rosemary Ray Mr. Grant Saylor Mr. Ryan Stewart Mr. Andrew Vines Ms. Laurel Andrews Ms. Diana Borowski Cleveland Jeffrey Dormish Mr. Joe Gally Heufelder Ms. Veronica Ludwick Mocker Mr. Paul Palicki Ms. Regina Rees Ms. Denice Ms. Diane Stous Mr. Richard Voelker Ms. Jill Anguish Mr. Anthony Boyle Ms. Wendy Com- Pam Dotter Mr. Ashtosh Mr. Bernard Kochinski Mr. Ian Macdonald Ms. Nancy Ms. Sandra Palmer Mr. Mike Rendick Scherrbaum Ms. Sue Strunk Ms. Donna Vohar Mr. Brian Ashton Mary Jo Bradick pernolle Mr. James Doyle Ganjoo Hibbitts Ms. Tara Kovach Mr. Michael K. Monahan Mr. Samuel Mr. John E. Ms. Suzanne Schoeber Max Stucky Mr. Gregory Walker Lillian Balchus Ms. Kate Brandt Gracie E. Compton Ms. Carol Lynne Ms. Kathleen Glenn Hilton Jan Kreutzman Mackin Ms. Kathleen Mook Passafiume Reynolds Mr. Brian Schwartz Ramesh Subramanian Debbie Wallace E.E. Ball John Brandt Mr. Jeffrey Conn Dreyer Getman Mr. Joe Hines Ms. Bermadette S. Maginas Brian Moran Ms. Martha Mr. Eugene Ms. Susan Seybelt Ms. Ann Sutherland CB Watson Ms. Lauren Baltic Mr. & Mrs. John Brewer Mr. Patrick Cooper Mr. David Duffill Ms. Lynn Mr. James Krueger Mr. Constantine Mr. Robert Patterson Richards Myron Shaffer Ms. Kimberly Mr. Guenter Mr. James F. Banerle Ms. Marilyn Brocious Patricia Couillard Kevin Dunay Gibson-Taucher Hockenberry Mr. Daniel Kubala Maroulis Mosloner Mr. Mark Pelusi Mr. Christopher Maureen Shank Symons Weissenseil Ms. Beth Barthnek Ms. Carol Broz Mr. Maurice CoutureMr. Gerald Elgin Ms. Carolyn Glaub Mr. P. David Ms. Mary Jane Chris Marshall Mr. William Ms. Patricia Riddell Ms. Evelyn Simon Mr. Gregory Ms. Kathleen Werwie Mr. Drew J. Bauer Mr. Michael Bruno Ms. A. Barbara Mr. Kevin El- Mr. Joseph Glaub Hoffman Kuffner Mims Mathers Mrazin Perkoski Ken Riddle Ms. Leslie Szewczyk Martin Windisch Mr. H. Gene Ms. Molly Burke Coyne lenberger Mr. Kevin Gorski Ms. Margaret Robert Kumpf Ms. Diane Matway Mr. Matt Mueller Ms. Judith Petro Shawn Rider Slobodnjak Ms. Mary Tabasko Mary Ann Wittig Baumgarten Margaret Burke Ms. Sherri Cozza Bobbi Enrieti Mr. Richard Hooton Mr. Ronald Michael Mautino Ms. Fran Munsch Ms. Heather Ms. Jan Rignani Ms. Laura Timothy Takah Ms. Margaret Wolak New Members New Mr. Frank Bellante Michael Burns Ms. Lorraine Ms. Anita Fabert Greenlee Ann Hoover Kurnava Amy Maxin Mr. Tom Petruskie Mr. John Riordan Slobodnjak Ms. Julie Tarase Mr. Brian Wood Ms. Linda Ben-Zvi Mr. Robert Butella & Crawley Ms. Hillka Fadgen Jill Gubanish Ms. Lora Hubbard Melissa Lafferty Ms. Nora Mcburney Napierkowski Michael Phifor Sean Ritchie Mr. Craig Slobodnjak Thomas Thompson Mr. James Ms. Claudia Bender Mrs. Susan M. Weigold Mr. Alexander Ms. Linda Feicht Mr. Richard Guy Ms. Elaine Hyder Mr. Philip Lane Dale McClung Ms. Jessica Neely Mr. Jonathan S. Art Ritter Mr. Mark Smith Margaret Thompson Wosciechowski Ms. Elizabeth Ms. Michelle Butler Crosby Mr. Barry Fellbaum Ms. Frances Hardie Mr. Francis Iezzi Tad Laughlin Ms. Sheila McDevitt Ms. Victoria Plesset Ms. Elizabeth Ms. Karen Smith Mr. Matthew Tracy Ms. Melissa Wozeter Bernhardt Mr. Douglas Campbell Ms. Monica Curtis Larissa Felton Ms. Tamar HashimiMr. Thomas Ms. Christine Ms. Kelly McFadden Newton Ms. Monica Roark Mr. Ben Soltesz Ms. Cheryl Trammell Irene Yano Ms. Paula Berrillo Ms. Barbara Caroff Ms. Irene Dailey Ms. Charlene Mr. Alan Hausman Jackman Lenhart Irene McGee Ms. Josephine Ploskon Mr. Ken Rochford Mr. Robert Spanik Ms. Irene Traugut Ms. Kathleen Mr. Donald Rebecca Cernick Mr. John Danchisko Ferguson Mr. Gary Heeman Mr. Michael Joyce Ms. Amy Lesko Ms. Jodi Mclaughlin Nikolich Ms. Diane Poznick Ms. Morina Mr. Chad Squires Ms. Jennifer Yasenosky Bildhauer Ms. Sharon Chapko Mr. David Dattilo Bruce Fine Stephen Helm Jeff Kampian Stephen Mr. William Mr. Enrico Novelli Ms. Ann Preston Romanus Mr. Jon Stapel Turovsky Allison Yeske Michael Blaszkiewicz Gillian Chik Joseph Davis Ms. Melissa Mr. David Ms. Kathryn Kelly Lewandowski Mclaughlin Ms. Lindsey Oleksa Rocco Prologo Ms. Lois Rowe Ms. Mandie Stehle Ms. Katie Uzzo Mr. Robert Yoho Ms. Mary Bober Jim Chrise Mr. Willard Dayton Fluharty Hemmerlein Sean Kelly Ms. Michaela Ms. Amy Mcquillan Ms. Karianne Mr. Michael Puskar Mr. Marvin Rubin Mr. Mark Steidl Mr. David Maria Yost Ms. Natalie Boger- Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. Ms. Kerry DeLuca Mr. Gordon Follon Mr. Brian Donald R. King Lionetti Ms. Karen Merry Olsausky Mr. Walter Ms. Rose Ann Rura Lisa Stephenson Van Doren Emery Yuhas man Cindrich, Esq. Gerald DiBattista Mr. Richard Fox Hendrickson Mr. B.J. Kinlan Mr. Daniel Lizun Ms. Billie Jo Miller Ms. Joyce A. Puwalowski Mr. Daniel Rusch Mr. Don Stevens Mr. Lee Van Horn Ron Boissonneault Mr. Vincent Cinski Cheryl Dobransky Mr. James Frey Mr. Walter Henry Carol Kinney Mr. Chris Lonergan Jim Miller Osborne-fischer Ms. Kimberly Eric Saks Raymond Stewart Eric Vidra Mr. Christopher Mr. Douglas Clarke Ms. Betty Dodds Mallory Hess Ms. Jen Kissel Ms. Joanne Lowrie Ms. Carole Misitis Ms. Joanne Radler Diane Salvati Mr. Scott Stewart Matthew Vila

Vatican Splendors, from page 1 Museum Accessions Joseph Arroyo T-shirt commemorating the deaths of three officers. I.C. Light can commemorating the undeafeted Local Items Added to International Artifacts First Tickets Available For Members and Through 2007 season Charles R. Bartel To augment and enhance the Vatican Splendors ex- “Parish Advantage” Program Pittsburgh Pirates pennant, c.1965

hibition, the History Center worked closely with Bishop Vatican Splendors exhibit tickets go on sale to the Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Center of Pittsburgh Broom making equipment, tools, sample of brooms/mop made at David Zubik and the Diocese of Pittsburgh and others to general public on Sunday, Sept. 19. Ticket prices are $20 the Center exhibit rarely seen regional artifacts and historical docu- for adults, $17 for seniors and students (with college ID), Craig Britcher 1970 Topps Super Willie Stargell trading card ments. and $13 for children (ages 6-12). Children under age 5 Dan Budosh Fort Pitt Museum Opens with a Bang Local churches, religious archives, and are free. Pittsburgh Port Authority bus driver coat, c. 1950 Sue Claus even the Andy Museum contrib- Tickets may be purchased online Chautauqua Lake Ice Company glass paperweight

uted to a new collection of nearly 60 local at www.ticketmaster.com, or via tele- Marion Constantinides artifacts called that will be on display in phone at 1-888-5VATICAN, or at Two aprons and two pillowcases belonging to donor’s parents Deb Elder conjunction with the Vatican Splendors the History Center box office at 1212 Gambrinus Bottling Company glass bottle exhibit. Greg Ficery Smallman St. during museum hours Collection of trading cards “The local collection of religious arti- (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day). Leonard J. and Margaret A. Garlicki facts from Western Pennsylvania reflects For a limited time, members of lo- Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph delivery wagon Laurie Gazarelli our region’s tradition of faith and art,” said cal parishes and religious congregations Radio head set, two wheeled scooter, and collection of textiles

Masich. “Our curators have worked dili- are eligible to obtain a $2 discount Tony Gennaccaro Gulf Oil credit card owned by the donor’s grandfather gently with diocesan and religious order for each admission ticket purchased. Dawn Heilman and Paula Trzcianke priests and officials in collecting a diverse Members of parishes or congregations Two glass Reymers’s candy jars display of Catholic history from through- Cindy Helffrich and Becky Rogers must mention the Parish Advantage North Allegheny wrestling collection

out the region. We are proud to host this program when purchasing tickets to Mr. William Huff special collection of items in conjunction receive the $2 discount. Online cus- Miller’s sack/Linen sack with imprinted date of 1812 Diane Schmitt Isenhart with the world-class artifacts from the tomers should enter the special promo- Pirates “Babushka Brigade” babushka Vatican.” tional code “PARISH” when placing online ticket orders. Judge Lawrence Kaplan of Pittsburgh flag The special collection of local items includes seldom History Center members can purchase tickets at an Norman Taylor Macferron seen artifacts such as vestments, crosiers, chalices, mon- Abraham Lincoln campaign ribbon, General Lafayette ribbon, even greater discount. Ticket prices for History Center pinafore

strances, statues, and paintings. Included among the lo- members are $15 for adults and seniors and $11 for chil- Melissa McSwigan cal artifacts that will be featured are: dren (ages 6-12). Children under age 5 are free. Battery operated Westinghouse radio, c. 1950 New Pittsburgh Courier •A 3 foot by 4 foot architectural model showing the Visitors interested in becoming a new History Center Pittsburgh Courier newspaper dispenser, c.1970 site of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit in relationship member will receive at least one free ticket to the exhibit, Richard O’Conner Lincoln Tunnel white opaque glass tile, c. 1940. to St. Peter’s Basilica and the Leonine Wall created by depending on membership level. Reed Otto Pittsburgher Lou Astorino, the first American archi- To become a History Center member, please contact Otto Milk Company milk pail tect to design and build in Vatican City. Giovanna Rami (Jennie Ranii) Megan Kuniansky at 412-454-6436 or A collection of textiles hand embroidered by donor’s mother

•Ceremonial items such as crosiers and mitres used [email protected]. Stanley and Barbara Spiegelman by local bishops to lead the public in liturgical events. Forbes Field window The Honorable William L. Standish and family Many of these objects were gifts from mentors, pa- Hours and Additional Information Hockey stick signed by 1969-1970 team rishioners, and loved ones and they Throughout the run of the exhibition, the History Matthew Trcic represent the bishops’ ascension into Scott High School football letter jacket, 1965 Center will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, with ex- University of Pittsburgh the upper echelons of the church. A game used from the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tourna- tended hours during ment, material from the men and women basketball teams during •Objects used in the daily the holiday season. the 2008-09 season William Walt celebration of Mass such The History Helmet and racing suit worn by Blackie Watt at the Daytona 500 as unique censers that dis- Center is currently Lois Ann Watson Collection of lithic projectile points, beads, and pendants tribute pungent aromas, accepting group cruets containing water tour reservations to and wine, and chalices that see Vatican Splen- hold the consecrated wine for dors. For more infor- communion, as well as objects mation, please call used by priests to administer 412-454-6424. sacraments to parishioners. For more infor- •Artifacts that represent the mation regarding membership opportunities, in- ethnic traditions of local dividual ticket details, or group tour reservations, churches and the roots of please visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org. Library & Archives Accessions The following books have recently been added to the History immigrants and their Catho- The Vatican Splendors Cabinet, which is made up of Center’s collections:

lic rituals. community leaders, is co-chaired by J. Christopher Cake Stands and Serving Pieces. Gift of the National American •A collection of relics collected in the late 1800s that Donahue and Martin G. McGuinn. Glass Club. Mexican War Streets House Tour 2009. Field gathered. contain the remains of some of the Church’s most Vatican Splendors is organized and circulated in conjunction with the Con- gregazione per l’Evangelizzazione dei Popoli of the Vatican City State. The exhibi- The Alvernian 1958 (Mt. Alvernia High School yearbook). Gift venerated saints, preserved with historic artistry. of Marie Zollner. tion is produced by Evergreen Exhibitions in association with the Senator John These relics are on loan from The Chapel of Jubilee of Generations : Holy Name Church Centennial. Gift of Heinz History Center. Objects in the exhibition are on loan from The Reverenda Bill Gallagher.

St. Anthony in the Troy Hill section of Pittsburgh Fabbrica of Saint Peter, the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside-the-Walls, the Basilica Communion Tokens. Gift of Wayne Homren. of Saint Mary Major, the , the Congregation for the Evangelization that houses the largest collection of relics outside of Homestead Methodism. Gift of Phyllis Koschik. of Peoples, and the Apostolic Floreria. Additional objects are on loan by the Papal the Vatican. The Oriole, 1935-36. (South High School yearbook) Gift of Al and private collections. •Several pieces of religious art, including abstracts Schnupp. Chihuly at Phipps. Gift of John Axtell and Diana Ames. and sketches, on loan from the Mu- American Negro in the World War. Gift of Earl Douglas Childs. seum collection. Mister Rogers: Let’s Be Together Today. Gift of Art Glaser.

FallFall 2010 2009 makingHISTORY|7 makingHISTORY|7 SENATOR JOHN HEINZ HISTORY CENTER BOARD OF TRUSTEES Robert J. Cindrich, Jack B. Piatt Chairman, Board of Trustees The Honorable John R. Pippy Stephen R. Tritch, Paul M. Pohl A Museum of the Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania Past Chairman, Board of Trustees Dan D. Sandman Beverlynn Elliott, Kenneth G. Sawyer Vice Chair, Board of Trustees Lynne Schmidt 1212 Smallman Street Joe W. Trotter, Jr., Ph.D., Carol Semple Thompson Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4200 Vice Chair, Board of Trustees Margaret Snavely Paul O’Neill, Jr., Kaveri Subbarao Treasurer, Board of Trustees H. Woodruff Turner, Esq. Sigo Falk, Bruce Wiegand Secretary, Board of Trustees Andrew E. Masich, President & CEO, Emeritus & Senator John Heinz History Center Honorary Trustees Robert Barensfeld John F. Bitzer, Jr. Arthur L. Baldwin Frank V. Cahouet Esther L. Barazzone, Ph. D. Joseph Calihan Susie Barbour John P. Davis, Jr. David E. Barensfeld Stephen W. Graffam, Esq. Charles W. Bitzer Teresa Heinz* Nadine E. Bognar Maxwell King Commissioner J. Bracken Burns, Sr. William C. King Steven H. Cohen Robert B. Knutson* Estelle F. Comay, Esq. The Honorable Frank J. Lucchino The Honorable Jay Costa, Jr. David McCullough Charles J. Dougherty, Ph.D. Martin G. McGuinn The Honorable Brian L. Ellis The Honorable Tim Murphy The Honorable Mike Fisher The Honorable Dan Onorato* Alvaro Garcia-Tunon The Honorable Luke Ravenstahl* Stan Geier Ambassador Dan Rooney Laurence Glasco, Ph.D. Chuck Hammel Franco Harris * Honorary Trustee Donald J. Heberle Tod Hunt Gerald F. MacCleary First Floor Sandy Mellon NEW! Vatican Splendors: A Journey Through Faith and Art (opens Oct. 2); Ralph J. Papa John Heinz: A Western Pennsylvania Legacy; Kidsburgh (mezzanine); Vintage Vehicles; Pittsburgh At 250 Robert N. Peirce, Jr., Esq. Second Floor Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation; Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum makingHISTORY is the newsletter of the Senator John Heinz History Center. Associates of the History Center include the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, EXHIBITS Third Floor the Library & Archives, Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, and Fort Pitt Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum; Discovery Place; Prine Collection of Woodworking Planes; Museum. The History Center operates legally as the Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania. The History Center is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution Rediscovering Lewis and Clark: A Journey with the Rooney Family; Outdoor Advertising and funded in part by the Allegheny Regional Asset District and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Fourth Floor NEW! Beat 'Em Bucs - The Story of the 1960 Pittsburgh Pirates; NEW! Angels of Mercy - Sisters in Healthcare in Phone: 412-454-6000 | fax: 412-454-6031 | www.heinzhistorycenter.org Western Pennsylvania (opens Oct. 2); Special Collections Gallery; Glass: Shattering Notions; Heinz 57 CENTER Ned Schano, Director of Communications Jessica Rae Silay, Designer/Editor Fifth Floor Brady Smith, Communications Manager Clash of Empires: The British, French, and Indian War, 1754-1763 Lisa Dundon, Manager of Multimedia Communications Sixth Floor Publication of makingHISTORY is underwritten in part by the James O’Hara Denny III Memorial Fund. Wrought Metal Treasures from the Blum Collection HISTORY

Calendar of Events Visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org for the latest information on upcoming events.

Kid-storian Wednesdays Upon this Rock: Warrior Popes, Genius Artists, and the Triumph of Christianity Wednesday, Sept. 22, Oct. 20, Nov. 10, Dec. 8 Friday, Oct. 29 10:30 a.m. - Noon 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Kid-storian Wednesdays are morning programs designed for the History Center's youngest Join Thomas Sokolowski, director of and Italian art history visitors. Children ages 3-5 years old and their adult chaperone listen to a story related to the scholar, for an illustrated lecture highlighting the history of the Vatican and influence on program's theme, tour exhibitions, and complete a take-home craft. Included with His- modern day religion. Included with regular History Center admission. tory Center admission. Admission is free for children ages 5 and under. Pre-registration is required. St. Nicholas Church or St. Anthony’s Chapel Troy Hill Saturday, Nov. 6 Renovation & Preservation Weekend - Celebrating & Exploring the Homes & Properties of our Region Saturday, Sept. 25, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Visit St. Nicholas Croatian Catholic Church in Millvale or St. Anthony’s Chapel on Troy Sunday, Sept. 26, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Hill and discover more about Pittsburgh’s rich religious traditions. Limited tickets available, so make your reservation early! The Renovation & Preservation Weekend is a new event co-produced by the History Center, St. Nicholas Church: Tour bus departs History Center at 10:30 a.m., includes Community Design Center of Pittsburgh, and Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Founda- Vatican Splendors admission for 1:30 p.m. self-guided tour time. tion. This weekend-long event will focus on regional resources for home improvement, St. Anthony’s Chapel: Tour bus departs History Center at 1:00 p.m., includes renovation, restoration, and historic home preservation. Vatican Splendors admission for 3:30 p.m. self-guided tour time. History Center members: $35, non-members: $40, program includes admission to the Vatican Splendors exhibition. Pittsburgh Parish Bus Tour Saturday, Oct. 16 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Art and Immigration Panel Discussion Thursday, Nov. 11 Explore the history of four Pittsburgh Roman Catholic Churches. Gain new insight into 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. the art and architecture of these landmark institutions. Bus departs from the History Center at 9:00 a.m. History Center members: $35, non-members: $40, program does not include Area scholars and professionals will discuss the fascinating impacts of art and immigration admission to the Vatican Splendors exhibition. in Pittsburgh. Thomas Sokolowski, director of the Andy Warhol Museum, will moderate the event. Arrive early and order tickets to see Vatican Splendors. Included with regular History Center admission or Vatican Splendors admission purchase. St. Nicholas Church: Pittsburgh Art and Architecture Monday, Oct. 25 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. St. Anthony’s Chapel: History on Troy Hill Monday, Nov. 15 View the stunning one-of-a-kind murals of Max Vanka and learn more about Pittsburgh 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. immigration at St. Nicholas Church in Millvale. Then, return to the History Center and visit Vatican Splendors. Bus departs from the History Center at 10:30 a.m. History Center Join the History Center for a tour of St. Anthony’s Chapel on Troy Hill. Discover more members: $35, non-members: $40, program includes admission to the Vatican Splendors about the history of St. Anthony’s and Pittsburgh. Please plan to arrive by 9:45 for a self- exhibition. guided tour of the Vatican Splendors exhibition. History Center members: $35, non-mem- bers: $40, program includes admission to Vatican Splendors exhibition.