Volume 20 | No. 1| Summer 2011 makingHISTORY

Last Chance to See the First American ime is running out to see the Senator John Heinz chess set, china, furniture, and coins; THistory Center’s newest exhibition, Benjamin • A print shop setting including some of Franklin’s Franklin: In Search of a Better World, presented by 18th century printing equipment and the original History Center By The Numbers the Katherine Mabis McKenna Foundation, MSA, and sign from the Blue Ball candle-making shop owned UPMC Health Plan. by Franklin’s father; This 8,000 square-foot exhibition, which closes on • A touchable electric generator in which visitors Sun., July 31, highlights Franklin’s astonishing achieve- can create static electricity to make their hair stand ments, which stemmed from his lifelong desire to un- up and sparks fly; and 7Legendary Pittsburghers honored at the derstand and improve the world around him. • A display highlighting pop culture references re- 19th Annual History Makers Award Dinner. “Visitors have been amazed at the breadth of Ben lated to Franklin, featuring everything from Frank- Story, page 3. Franklin’s accomplishments, ranging from his work es- lin advertising campaigns and pins to masks, and tablishing the nation’s first public hospital, first public even bobbleheads. lending library, and first fire insurance company, to his A special section of the exhibit is dedicated to Ben charting of the Gulf Stream and his invention of the Franklin’s ties to Western . In 1755, bifocals,” said Andy Masich, History Center president Franklin obtained nearly 150 wagons from farmers Height in feet of the new garrison80 flag flying and CEO. “Throughout the exhibit, visitors will gain throughout Pennsylvania that were used during Gen- at the Fort Pitt Museum. new insights on many previously unknown aspects of eral Edward Braddock’s failed attempt to capture Fort Story, page 5. his amazing life.” Duquesne from the French. The incident was later More than 150 artifacts are on loan from nearly 50 referred to by Franklin in his autobiography as “the lenders, including the Smithsonian Institution, Frank- wagon affair.” lin Institute, Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Library Included in this section of the exhibit are artifacts Company of Pennsylvania, University of Pennsylvania, taken directly from Dunbar’s Camp as well as rem- and rarely seen objects from private family collections. nants from the wagons used in Braddock’s Expedi- Exhibit highlights from Benjamin Franklin: In tion, a Robert Griffing painting titled “The Wounding Visitors3,723 to the PA Civil War 150 Road Show weekend. Search of a Better World include: of General Braddock,” and a recreated 18th century • One of the first books Franklin printed, “Religion farmer’s wagon designed and built by students at Bur- Story, page 6. of Nature Delineated;” gettstown High School. The section also includes a • Franklin’s ledger book, which helped to establish pewter writing desk that belonged to Josiah Daven- the U.S. Post Office, on loan from the Smithsonian’s port, who was Franklin’s nephew and a local fur trader National Postal Museum; who worked at the Fort Pitt Provincial Store. • An original copy of the 1787 U.S. Constitution, “Franklin’s charming blend of curiosity, wit, and Pulitzer Prizes earned by David McCullough,2 which Franklin helped to craft, plus a signed copy wisdom helped him to become one of the first interna- who launched his newest book at the History Center. of Franklin’s Bible; tional celebrities,” said Masich. “More than 300 years Story, page 8. • Artifacts related to Franklin’s inventions, includ- after his birth, he remains one of the most remarkable ing bifocals, the Franklin stove, the armonica (glass and influential Americans of any generation.” musical instrument), and microscope, and items For more information, photo galleries, videos, and related to his activities in publishing, firefighting, a new virtual tour featuring Benjamin Franklin: In postal service, education, and diplomacy; Search of a Better World, please visit us online at • Rarely displayed personal objects such as books, a www.heinzhistorycenter.org/franklin. SPORTS page sports artifact SP tlight The Steel Curtain By: Anne Madarasz, Co-Director of the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum

eared by their opponents and revered in their hometown, the bidding pushed the purchase Fplayers who made up the Steel Curtain became legends during price to more than $50,000. the 1970s. Purchased by a member of Inspired by the play of the Steelers’ impenetrable defensive line the Steelers Nation, the ban- of , , , and L.C. Green- ner will eventually hang in a wood, artist Greg Nixon created a banner which became an icon special spot in the collector’s in its own right. newly built home in New First appearing at , the banner - painted Jersey. on white sheets - was simple but strong, enduring the cold, rain, Until then, the Steel Cur- and snow for more than a decade at Three Rivers. It became a tain banner is back home in symbol of the Steelers teams of the 1970s and was featured in , featured in the Charity Randall Theatre of the Western Pennsyl- gameday broadcasts, NFL Films, Sports Illustrated, and many other na- vania Sports Museum at the History Center. For a short time, visitors to the tional media outlets. Sports Museum can relive the glory days of the City of Champions and the Earlier this year, Nixon decided to sell the banner as part of the Super Steel Curtain defense that helped earn that identity. Bowl Auction in Dallas. Projected to bring more than $10,000, spirited Exercise Your Body and Mind with New SmartSteps Exhibit WPIAL Inducts Newest Hall of Fame Class

The History Center and UPMC Health Plan have part- nered to encourage museum visitors to climb the stairs and blend health and history with the launch of SmartSteps, a new fun and fit exhibit which opened this summer. Visitors who forego the elevator and take the steps to explore the History Center’s six floors will be treated to a unique exhibit in the stairwells, featuring innovative facts and ar- As part of an ongoing partnership with the Western tifacts related to Pittsburgh history along with UPMC Health Plan health and wellness tips Pennsylvania Sports Museum, the Western Pennsylva- that will encourage them to lead a healthier lifestyle. nia Interscholastic Athletic League (WPIAL) recently The History Center is proud to be the first museum in the nation with an exhibit in announced their 2011 Hall of Fame class during a press its stairwell, which coincides with other health and wellness options at the museum, such conference at the Sports Museum. A number of hon- as the Health & The Body section of the Sports Museum and healthier eating options at orees attended the event, including from left: Melanie MixStirs Café. Buddemeyer, Bob Miller, Joe Colella, Clinton Davis, Visitors who participate in the SmartSteps exhibit and take the stairs to all six levels of Tom Dolde, Pam Cherubin, and Mrs. Willie Thrower. the History Center will be rewarded with a complimentary collectible Heinz pickle pin. So Each WPIAL Hall of Fame inductee will be part of a keep stepping! permanent display inside the Kaiser Room of the Sports Museum. Save the Date! Senator John Heinz History Center Eighth Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament Celebrity Golf Tournament co-chairs Arnold Palmer, Steve Blass, Jerry MacCleary, Carol Semple Thompson, and Sept. 12, 2011 Sponsored by:

Vince Sands and Don Heberle, event co-chairs

For more information, please contact Natalie Taylor at At The Historic Allegheny Country Club 412-454-6325 or [email protected].

2 | The Newsletter of the Senator John Heinz History Center History Makers Award Dinner Honors Legendary Pittsburghers

he History Center recently celebrated the 19th Annual History Makers Award TDinner at the Westin Convention Center Hotel. Co-chaired by Robert P. Kelly, Chairman and CEO of BNY Mellon, and Ralph J. Papa, Chairman of Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania, the dinner raised a record $350,000 for the History Center’s educational programs, exhibitions, and services. The History Center recognized Herbert W. Boyer, Ph.D., co-founder Genentech, Inc. (Science & Research); Swin Cash, WNBA All-Star and Olympic Gold Medal- ist (Sports); J. Brett Harvey, President & CEO of CONSOL Energy, Inc. (Business & Industry); brothers Judge Justin M. Johnson and Judge Livingstone M. Johnson Judges Justin Johnson and (Government); Michael Keaton, Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actor (Enter- and Swin Cash Livingstone Johnson tainment); and Gerald E. McGinnis, founder Respironics (Innovation).

Michael Keaton and dinner co-chair Robert P. Kelly Governor Tom Corbett, Livingstone Johnson, Brett Harvey, Sandy Mellon, William Johnson, Chairman, President & CEO of Jerry McGinnis, Swin Cash, Justin Johnson, Michael Keaton, Herb Boyer, H.J. Heinz Company and Susie Johnson and Ralph Papa

Dinner co-chairs Ralph Papa and Robert P. Kelly Jane and Bob Krizner with Governor Tom Corbett Smithsonian Undersecretary for History, Art, and Culture, Richard Kurin presents History Center President & CEO Andy Masich with an award recognizing the History Center as the best Smithsonian Affiliate 1879 Society Dinner Attendees Preview Ben Franklin Exhibition ore than 120 guests joined the History Center for the annual M1879 Society Dinner, which celebrates the generosity of Chairman’s Circle and Founder’s Circle members. History Center President & CEO Andy Masich shared stories of Benjamin Franklin’s connection to Western Pa. as he led guests through an exclusive tour of the Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World exhibition. The event, graciously hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Barensfeld, Clockwise from top left: “Ben Franklin” plays Mr. and Mrs. David Barensfeld, and the Compton Family, also paid the glass armonica for 1879 Society Dinner tribute to the late Grace Compton for her dedicated service and sup- attendees; History Center President & CEO port of the 1879 Society and the History Center. Andy Masich with dinner co-hosts James and Gracie Compton, and Brad Pierce; Andy Masich For more information about the 1879 Society, please contact with dinner co-hosts Wendy and Bob Barensfeld. Alexis Tragos at 412-454-6324 or [email protected].

Assisting the History Center Bocce Tournament Through EITC and Festival Help your company receive valuable tax credits, while supporting the History Center’s education programs at the same time. By giving through the Educational Sat., Aug. 20, 2011 Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC), eligible businesses are awarded significant tax credits for their Proceeds benefit the History Center’s Italian American Endowed Fund. philanthropic efforts. For more details, please contact For sponsorship information or to organize a team, please contact Natalie Taylor at 412-454-6325 or Natalie Taylor at 412-454-6325. [email protected].

Summer 2011 makingHISTORY|3 Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures Returns on July 17 tephen Kaucel knew his 1930s jersey was Sspecial. His father had worked at and the for many years and had passed along his most cherished keepsakes from the old ice hockey arenas. While the Hornets jersey had a rich sentimental value to Kaucel, he was curious to learn about its monetary value, so he brought it to the History Center’s “Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures” event last summer. Kaucel was elated when ap- In addition to the appraisers, a praisers valued his Hornets jersey at nearly $5,000. variety of conservators will be on hand Visitors will once again have the opportunity to bring to provide tips on how to preserve your their most prized possessions to the History Center and treasures, including conservation expert meet with professional appraisers at the fourth annual Gail Joice from the Smithsonian. The “Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures: An Antiques Appraisal “Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures” event Show” event on Sun., July 17, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. is free for members and is included in The most unique items will be featured as part of special the regular History Center admission 30 minute programs on KDKA-TV later this year, hosted price for non-members: $10.00 for by KDKA’s Ken Rice and History Center President and adults, $9.00 for senior citizens, $5.00 CEO Andy Masich. for children ages 4-17 and students with Nearly 50 appraisers from a variety of disciplines will valid ID, and free for children under age assess the historic significance of visitors’ items and provide three. a verbal assessment of potential monetary value. Among the areas of Special Members-Only Access expertise discussed by appraisers on July 17: History Center members will be allowed to enter the event at 9:00 a.m. • Civil War and World War II items on July 17, one hour before the museum opens to the public, to attend a • Political and presidential memorabilia “members only” appraisal session. • Books and documents Throughout the day, History Center members will also have access to a • Antique coins and jewelry fast-track line that will expedite their opportunity to meet with appraisers. • Household items (glass, China, silver, vases, etc.) For more information about becoming a History Center member, • Classic toys please contact Megan Kuniansky at 412-454-6436 or • Textiles (wedding dresses, quilts, etc.) [email protected]. Representatives from the History • Fine arts Center’s membership department will also be on hand at the event. • Furniture Stay tuned to www.heinzhistorycenter.org for additional event infor- • Historic photographs mation and a detailed list of appraisers scheduled to attend. Major Flag Exhibition Opens on Sept. 10 e pledge allegiance to it, we parade it, and we display it on occa- Additional areas of the exhibition will examine the flag during Wsions both solemn and celebratory. times of conflict, as a symbol of pride and power to some and a As the most enduring symbol of the Republic, the American flag symbol of oppression to others. Featured flags will include examples represents the nation and its people, patriotism, and pride, but has also of battle flags, Confederate flags, funeral flags, and a flag created by served as a divisive symbol during times of war and strife. American P.O.W. James In commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the ter- Fennimore on loan from the rorist attacks on the U.S., the History Center will open a Smithsonian. major exhibition on the American flag on Sept. 10, 2011. Posters from WWI and This 7,000 square foot exhibition, featured in the His- WWII and an original Uncle tory Center’s first floor McGuinn Gallery, will include Sam costume worn by a war a variety of objects, images, and archival materials from bond salesman will show the History Center’s collections, as well as items from the the role of the flag during Smithsonian Institution and private collectors, including wartime as the preeminent noted flag expert and Pittsburgh native, symbol of our nation, both Dr. Peter Keim. for our allies and our en- The exhibition will begin with the nation’s first flag, emies. Flags representing the unraveling the myths and reality about its creation. A Civil War and the civil unrest selection of 13-star flags from the Keim collection will of the 1960s and 70s will The pattern of this flag is similar to the one flown at Fort Sumter when the first offer a look at the inspiration for early flags and include shots of the Civil War were fired in 1861. Courtesy of the Peter Keim Collection. illustrate the flag as a divisive the story of the War of 1812 and the writing of the “Star symbol as Americans battled Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key. over unpopular wars and issues of equality at home. Highlights include a fragment of the Star Spangled Banner from the Throughout the exhibit, interactive stations and video presenta- Smithsonian’s collection and an early edition of the song’s sheet music tions will help bring the symbolism of the flag to life for visitors. from 1815. For updated information about the flag exhibit and related events, please visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org.

6 | The Newsletter of the Senator John Heinz History Center Fort Pitt Museum Meadowcroft

American Rifleman Exhibit Fires Off “Peopling of America” Explores 16,000 Years With A Bang of Population Growth

he Fort Pitt Museum hroughout the summer, visitors to Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Tin historic Point State THistoric Village and the Pittsburgh International Airport will enjoy Park recently opened a new the new “Peopling of America” kiosks, exhibition, The American sponsored by the Colcom Foundation, Frontier Rifleman: Tall Tales & Truth, spon- that show the major factors which af- sored by the Pittsburgh Sportsmen’s Luncheon Club, fected population growth in America, which examines the enduring American legend of the from Paleo-Indian prehistoric life and rifle-toting backwoodsman, including their material the agricultural movement to slavery culture, way of life, and place in American history. in America and modern immigration As part of the exhibit, the Fort Pitt Museum unveiled trends. two new lifelike museum figures, including the Revolu- The high-tech kiosks feature a touch- tionary War frontiersmen Michael Cresap, and rifleman screen video display with a map and in- Buffalo James Smith, an American Indian who traded out teractive timeline showing the dramatic of Fort Pitt. Other highlights of The American Frontier population boom from 16,000 years ago to the present. Rifleman exhibit include: Meadowcroft, a National Historic Landmark located in Avella, Pa., • One of four surviving 18th century hunting shirts, the iconic gar- Washington County, is open Wednesdays through Sundays through Labor ment of the American rifleman, on public display for the first time; Day. Meadowcroft Rockshelter is the oldest site of human habitation in • Several rare powder horns, including one owned by William North America. Waller of Morgan’s Riflemen and carried by him during the Revo- For more information, please visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org and lutionary War, and two 1760s-era powder horns with carved illus- click on the Meadowcroft tab or call 724-587-3412. trations of Fort Pitt; • Original American longrifles dating from the 1770s to the 1830s; and • A display on riflemen in popular culture, including original 1950s Davy Crockett memorabilia and the rifle carried by Fess Parker when he portrayed the “King of the Wild Frontier” in the movies. The American Frontier Rifleman exhibit is on view through Oct. 30 at the Fort Pitt Museum. Admission is free for History Center members and $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for students and children ages 4-17, and free for children 3 and under. For more information, please call 412-281-9284 or visit Thanks to the generosity of Lamar Advertising Company, a variety of Meadowcroft digital bill- www.heinzhistorycenter.org and click on the Fort Pitt Museum tab. boards were featured throughout the region this spring, along with a large print billboard on I-79 near Washington County. Be on the lookout for these larger-than-life Lamar billboards! New Garrison Flag A Historic Symbol In American Indian Heritage Weekend Highlights Point State Park Region’s Native Past his summer, the Fort Pitt Museum, in cooperation with the TDaughters of the American Revolution, welcomes a beautiful new oin Meadowcroft Rockshelter and 80-foot tall, 36-foot wide American flag in Point State Park. JHistoric Village for its second annual The 13-star flag will be an iconic symbol to identify Fort Pitt Mu- American Indian Heritage Weekend on seum and Point State Sept. 24-25, where visitors will experi- Park, and will become ence a variety of activities in Meadow- a defining historic fea- croft’s recreated 16th century Indian ture of the Pittsburgh Village. skyline. Adults and children can participate The new garri- in hands-on activities that show how the son flag, generously region’s early inhabitants lived with help Option A: Block House Site from dozens of native artisans dressed Viewdonated from Point by 100ft Dan pole (Replaces and Block Bonnie House Pole) Sandman, with 20x36 Garrison will Flag fly next to the Fort Pitt Blockhouse along with two new French and British flags near the Point like their ancestors. Visitors will learn State Park portal bridge, representing the three-sided struggleFt. Pittduring Garrison the Flag how to pound corn into corn meal with a mortar, crack nuts with a nut- French & Indian War. ting stone, and make holes using a pump drill. For more information, please call 412-281-9284 or visit Visitors can also explore the interior of a wigwam, inspect carefully rec- www.heinzhistorycenter.org and click on the Fort Pitt Museum tab. reated prehistoric artifacts, learn about American Indian agriculture, and try their hand at using an atlatl, a prehistoric spear thrower.

Summer 2011 makingHISTORY|5 History Center Commemorates 150 Years of the Civil War in Pa.

his spring, nearly 4,000 visitors enjoyed the Civil War 150 Com- In early Tmemoration Weekend at the History Center, which included the 2012, the first stop of the PA Civil War 150 Road Show traveling exhibit, a 53-foot History expandable trailer that will visit all 67 counties in Pennsylvania over the Center will next four years to honor the 150th anniversary of the publish Civil War. the first of Pennsylvania two spe- State Senator Wayne cial books D. Fontana and chronicling Barbara Franco, the this semi- executive director nal era in Nearly 4,000 visitors enjoyed the Civil War 150 Commemoration of the Pennsylvania American Weekend, which included a 53-foot trailer exhibit, re-enactors, and Civil War music. Historical & Mu- history. seum Commission, The first, “The Civil War in Pennsylvania: A Photographic History,” joined History Cen- will be a collection of rare and never-before-seen images highlighting ter President & CEO Pennsylvanian’s role on the battlefront and on the homefront. The Andy Masich for the second, “The Civil War in Pennsylvania: The African American Ex- opening ceremony, History Center President & CEO Andy Masich welcomes the crowd perience,” available in early 2013, will examine the stories of African to the Civil War 150 Commemoration Weekend. which showcased the American soldiers and civilians during the war. importance of Western Pa. during the Civil War. In the fall of 2012, the History Center will also launch a major Throughout the weekend, visitors enjoyed cannon demonstrations, a exhibition titled From Slavery to Freedom: The Underground Rail- variety of re-enactors and musicians, a tin-type photography display, and road and the Legacy of Freedom in Western Pennsylvania, which will free trolley rides to the Fort Pitt Museum in Point State Park. bring to life the impact that our region has had on African American As part of the four year commemoration (2011-2015), the History history over the past 250 years. Center will travel a special Civil War exhibit featuring life-like museum For more information on Civil War commemoration activities at figures and Civil War artifacts to regional historical societies, libraries, and the History Center, please visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org/civilwar. schools this fall.

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New Virtual Tour Encourages Online Visitors Library & Archives Launches New Blog To Meet Benjamin Franklin he History Center’s Library & Archives recently launched a new blog Discover the many sides of one of the most remarkable Founding Thighlighting its fascinating collections related to Western Pennsylvania Fathers with a new 360-degree virtual tour of the History Center’s history. Blog readers receive special access to rarely seen photographs and help- Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World exhibition. ful information, including online finding aids. Subscribers to the Library & The online tour Archives blog – who can sign up for free online – will receive notifications of tells the story of new posts. Sign up and visit the blog at heinzhistorycenter.wordpress.com. Franklin’s innova- tions and achieve- History Center Microsite Commemorates Civil War’s ments, including 150th Anniversary the founding of o kick off the the first fire com- Tcommemora- pany, first public tion of the 150th hospital, the first anniversary of the lending library, as Civil War in Penn- well as his famous sylvania, the Histo- experiments with ry Center launched electricity. Along a special microsite the way, visitors will encounter enhanced video and audio clips, that focuses on photographs, and fun facts. Visitors can control their virtual experi- Western Pennsyl- ence by moving the camera up-and-down and side-to-side, as well vania’s role in the as zooming in and out. To begin your virtual experience, and to en- war. The microsite joy the History Center’s four other virtual exhibit tours, please visit features informa- www.heinzhistorycenter.org -> Exhibits & Collections -> tion about special Virtual Tours. events, programs, exhibitions, and publications the History Center will unveil throughout the four year anniversary, as well as an image gallery and multime- dia page. Visit the History Center’s new Civil War microsite at www.heinzhistorycenter.org/civilwar.

6| The Newsletter of the Senator John Heinz History Center Alicia Aiello Abby Buyna Mary Lou DeLuca Charlie Feightner Nancy Hutson Megan Kuniansky Virginia S. Nicklas Quality Repair Andrea C. Smith Sarah Vine Janet Ayres Kelly Caracciolo Robert Denshaw Virginia Fischer Faith Jaycox Russell Leslie, Jr. Janice Olson Services, LLC Robert W. Sorq Daniel Wecht Robin Barack Rob Carpenter Theresa Doerfler Laura S. Fisher Hazel A. Jennings Richard M. List PA Historical & Spiros G. Raftis Jonathan Spahn Lois Weinstein Museum Accessions William E. Bates Rose H. Casciato Daniel Donnelly Larry Flatley Jackie Jones Christine Madia Museum Anna Ralph Marlene Spazak Kathleen Wendell Carole Battisti Charles D. Cashdollar Michael Douglas Kendra Folker Julie L. Jones David H. Mangold Commission Lynda Regan Carol Spector Michael S. Les Becker Christopher A. Beck Catherine C. Catalfamo David M. Drnevich Beth Forejt Anita N. Jordan Susan Mansell Sharon Pacheco Jessie Resetar Donna Spicher Wickerham 1911 Honus Wagner trading card big Burrito Cathleen Chapin-Fortin Jean-Louis Dumaine Michael Frachioni Wilson Judy William Marree Sandra L. Page Jack G. Riker, Jr. Matt T. Stephens John Williams Restaurant Group Bill Charlton Richard E. Dunmire Louis R. George Chan Kwon Jung Robert D. Masters Richard Pantone Laura Ristau Robert H. Elizabeth Wilson Earl Douglas Childs Marlene Black Alan E. Ciechanowski Theresa R. Dziekonski Suzanne Gilkey Tom Kalasky Teryl McCaffrey Richard L. Patterson Kathryn M. Romey Stoneburner Tishie Woodwell Trophy, pin backed button, drawing, wooden block William Bloom Alisande L. Citron Parents of Ed Elbel Peyman Givi Barbara Kamerer Mallory McCann Nancy Pauli Jerome Rosenberger Robert Suders Beryl Wright “Mrs. Daisy Lampkin” Joseph Bonicky Nick Colafella Petra Emerick Mary E. Harrill David F. King Anita McElwee Robert J. Pavlecic Wilson S. Ross Susan Tarasenkou Theresa Zapata Robert Boyd Ann M. Criss John Engel Stacey Harrison Chris Kirchhof Michelle McGuirk Jack B. Piatt Rosanne Saunders Pierce N. Thomas George Conroy Linda Broker Valerie D’Alessandro Deborah A. Essex Elaine L. Harvey Daniel Kniola Dianne Mcintyre Mary Jane Plichta Rosemarie Schuler John Thwaite Two souvenir Ice Capades ice show pins

New MembersNew Carole Brueckner Diane D’Orazio Willocks Marian Hellfrich Maggie Kopf Leola E. Mistretta Polish Hill Kevin Sebunia Veronica Trybalski Peter L. Burk Christina Damiano Tracy Evans Thomas Herbert John Krul Rita Momchilovich Civic Association Shadyside Inn Jeannette M. Turton Tina M. Burns Paul G. Davis Joan Ewing Suzanne Hetz Michael Krynicki Susan M. Morris Carole Popchock Jason T. Shipp Kendra Ullman Renee Costanzo Marlane Busch Tanya M. DeFrances Louise Farbman Hillary A. Householder Sarah Kucherer Patti Nelson Mark Siegal Kayla Vidal Collection documenting the soccer career of the donor’s son, Richard J. Costanzo

Julia Dinardo Cotton t-shirt from the first printing of the Strip District Soul Soldiers Exhibit Completes Nationwide Tour “Neighbor Teazes” series Bill Gallagher Collection of pharmaceutical items from Gallagher he History Center’s award-winning Historical Society in Richmond; Pharmacy in Duquesne, Pa. Kurt Groe traveling exhibition Soul Soldiers: the Birmingham (Ala.) Civil Rights G.I. Joe collectible doll T Jack Hallman Collection of paperweights from the Calgon Carbon African Americans and the Vietnam Era Institute; the National Civil Rights Corporation (CCC)

William Homich recently completed a four year, seven city Museum in Memphis; and the Three novelty advertisement pieces produced by Aristech

William T. Hopwood nationwide tour. Western Reserve Historical Society A baseball signed by members of the 1960 Soul Soldiers, which debuted at the in Cleveland. Anthony C. Kambic Bullpen warm up baseball from the seventh game of the History Center in 2006, tells the story of The exhibition received several 1960 World Series Corrine Krekler O’Leary Clipboard commemorating 50 years of business of the African American life and culture during national honors, including the Jesse C. Stewart Company, the last granary operating in Pittsburgh the Vietnam War and its impact on the American Association for State and Mary and Ron Piggot A glass bank in the shape of a house that advertises Pittsburgh Paints, a division of Pittsburgh Plate Glass Civil Rights Movement. Local History Award of Merit; the (PPG)

Diane Rafle Nearly 350,000 visitors experienced the Pennsylvania Federation of Muse- Soccer jersey and USSFA necktie worn by Nicolas DiOrio

Tim Regan, Jr. Soul Soldiers exhibit, with stops at the ums and Historical Organizations World War I uniform worn by Timothy Regan, Sr.

Reyna Foods DuSable Museum of African American Award of Merit; the S.K. Stevens Cappuccino machine from Poli’s Restaurant

Errol Reynolds History in Chicago; the African Ameri- Award; and the American Advertis- Insignia, military pins, and military patch

Art Rooney Jr. can Museum in Dallas; The Philadelphia ing Federation Mosaic Award. color poster and L.C. Greenwood color poster African American Museum; the Virginia Arline Rosenberg Oil painting and two related drawings by renowned Pittsburgh artist Samuel Rosenberg

Richard Roth Collection of materials related to Roth Carpet Co., based in Monroeville, Pa. History Center Honored by Smithsonian Elenore Seidenberg Fort Pitt souvenir tile and silver dollar

Ruth Byrd Smith hroughout the year, the History Center is celebrating its 10th Collection of fraternal ribbons, medals, and pin backed buttons

anniversary as an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. As Steel Industry Heritage Corporation T A collection of fresco drawings, artist tools, and other part of this spring’s annual History Makers Award materials related to the Schofer family of Mt. Washington Ellen Sucov Dinner, Smithsonian undersecretary for history, Handmade lace tablecloth Transitions Optical, Inc. Collection of eyeglasses and lenses from Transitions art, and culture Richard Kurin presented His- Optical

Gary Topolosky tory Center President & CEO Andy Masich Bumper car from White Swan Park History Center employees recently attended the Smithsonian Affiliates Lois Ann Watson with a plaque recognizing the History Six stone hand axes and two scrapers Conference in Washington, D.C. Center as the best Smithsonian affiliate. Earlier this summer, six History Center staff members also attended the Smithson- ian Affiliates Conference in Washington, Library & Archives Accessions D.C., where they participated in a variety The following books have recently been added to the History of training sessions and collaborated with Center’s collections:

Echo (Duquesne High School yearbook) 1981-1983. Gift of more than 150 museum professionals Mark Fallon.

Portavian (Gateway High School) 1977-78. Gift of Marilyn from throughout the U.S. Honigsberg. Methodism in the Chartiers Country. Gift of Helen Clear.

My Best Cartoons by Hungerford (1946, 1947, 1949, 1951-53, 1956, 1958). Gift of Diane Smihal.

How to Document and Locate Survivors of the Holocaust. Gift of Jewish Community Center.

Cultural Geographic Study of the Log Structures of Western Tavern Night Features Food and Fun with Franklin Magazine Earns National Accolades Pennsylvania. Gift of Thomas Brandon. Steel City Jews. Gift of Barbara Burstin.

Pittsburgh Golf Club Rules and Membership, 1915. Gift of he History Center’s Western Pennsylvania Nancy Parker. History Magazine recently earned three History of Conneaut Lake, Pa. Gift of John Axtell and T Diana Ames. Link (Belle Vernon High School) 1963. Gift of Janice Toth. national design awards from The Internation-

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ummer 2010 Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library Arts. The summer Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library records, c. 1974 - 2007

2010 “Beat ‘Em Thomas Koedel Ralph V. Palermo papers and photographs, c. 1939-2000

Bucs” issue earned David Wilson Gilbert Wilson photographs, c. 1926

an Award of Excel- Family Services of Western Pennsylvania Family Services of Western Pennsylvania records and photographs, lence for its cover c. 1885-1955

To celebrate the opening of the Benjamin Franklin: In Search the story of the Ronald J. Brotsky 1960 Pirates Ronald J. Brotsky papers, c. 1972-1992 the Golden Age of sportswriters of a Better World Pittsburgh’s design and an exhibition this spring, the History Center hosted oakmont Country Club Robert R. Recker Award of Distinc- Ice Capades programs and photographs, c. 1946-1989 a members-only “Tavern Night” reception, sponsored by Penn Sam Nicotero tion for the educational institution category Sam Nicotero papers and photographs, c. 1939-2008 Brewery. More than 700 members and guests enjoyed local beers Robin Cianelli and the interior design category. Back copies of Victor M. Maffio photographs, c. 1944-1945 from Penn Brewery, sampled tavern fare, and toured the History Richard H. McCall the magazine are available in the History Center Richard H. McCall Films, c. 1938-1968 Center’s newest exhibition. For more information on membership museum shop. opportunities, please visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org and click on Membership at the top of the page or contact Megan Kuniansky at 412-454-6436 or [email protected]. SummerFall 2011 2009 makingHISTORY|7 makingHISTORY|7 SENATOR JOHN HEINZ HISTORY CENTER BOARD OF TRUSTEES Robert J. Cindrich, Tom McMillan Chairman, Board of Trustees Sandy Mellon Stephen R. Tritch, Ralph J. Papa A Museum of the Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania Past Chairman, Board of Trustees Robert N. Peirce, Jr., Esq. Beverlynn Elliott, Jack B. Piatt 1212 Smallman Street Vice Chair, Board of Trustees The Honorable John R. Pippy Joe W. Trotter, Jr., Ph.D., Paul M. Pohl Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4200 Vice Chair, Board of Trustees II Paul O’Neill, Jr., Dan D. Sandman Treasurer, Board of Trustees Lynne Schmidt Sigo Falk, Carol Semple Thompson Secretary, Board of Trustees The Honorable Matthew Smith Andrew E. Masich, Margaret Snavely President & CEO, Kaveri Subbarao Senator John Heinz History Center H. Woodruff Turner, Esq. Bruce Wiegand  Dennis Yablonsky Arthur L. Baldwin Esther L. Barazzone, Ph. D. Susie Barbour Emeritus Trustees & Honorary David E. Barensfeld Trustees Charles W. Bitzer Robert Barensfeld Nadine E. Bognar John F. Bitzer, Jr. Commissioner J. Bracken Burns, Sr. Frank V. Cahouet Steven H. Cohen Joseph Calihan Estelle F. Comay, Esq. John P. Davis, Jr. The Honorable Jay Costa, Jr. Stephen W. Graffam, Esq. Charles J. Dougherty, Ph.D. Teresa Heinz* The Honorable Brian L. Ellis Maxwell King The Honorable D. Mike Fisher William C. King Shawn Fox Robert B. Knutson* Alvaro Garcia-Tunon The Honorable Frank J. Lucchino Stan Geier David McCullough Laurence Glasco, Ph.D. Martin G. McGuinn Chuck Hammel The Honorable Tim Murphy Franco Harris The Honorable Dan Onorato* Donald J. Heberle The Honorable Luke Ravenstahl* First Floor Tod Hunt Ambassador NEW! Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World (through July 31); William M. Lambert Gerald F. MacCleary John Heinz: A Western Pennsylvania Legacy; Kidsburgh (mezzanine); Vintage Vehicles James C. Martin, Esq. * Honorary Trustee Second Floor Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation; Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum makingHISTORY is the newsletter of the Senator John Heinz History Center. Third Floor Associates of the History Center include the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, 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 Rediscovering Lewis and Clark: A Journey with the ; Outdoor Advertising Pennsylvania. The History Center is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and funded in part by the Allegheny Regional Asset District and the Pennsylvania His- Fourth Floor torical and Museum Commission. NEW! America’s Best Weekly: A Century of The Pittsburgh Courier; Phone: 412-454-6000 | fax: 412-454-6031 | www.heinzhistorycenter.org NEW! The Stories That Touch Our Lives: Images from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 (through Aug. 2011); CENTER EXHIBITS Ned Schano, Director of Communications Angels of Mercy - Sisters in Healthcare in Western Pennsylvania; Special Collections Gallery; Jessica Rae Silay, Designer/Editor Glass: Shattering Notions; Heinz 57 Brady Smith, Communications Manager Lisa Dundon, Manager of Multimedia Communications Fifth Floor Clash of Empires: The British, French, & Indian War, 1754-1763 Publication of makingHISTORY is underwritten in part by the James O’Hara Denny III Memorial Fund. Sixth Floor

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Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures: An Antiques Appraisal Event he History Center recent- Sun., July 17 • 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ly welcomed two-time For details, please see page 4. T Pulitzer Prize winning author, WWI Trailer Truck historian, and Pittsburgh na- July 22-23 tive David McCullough, to The History Center will host a traveling truck exhibit featuring objects from the National World War I Museum. Stay tuned to www.heinzhistorycenter.org for details. celebrate the release of his lat- est book, “The Greater Journey: Westinghouse Railroad Air Brake Marker Dedication Sat., July 23 •10:00 a.m. Americans in Paris.” Commemorate the breakthrough air brake design with the dedication of a More than 800 History Pennsylvania State historic marker at the original site of the Westinghouse Airbrake Center members and history Company on Liberty Ave. in the Strip District. For more information, please contact Natalie DeRiso at 412-454-6373 or [email protected]. enthusiasts packed the Mueller Steve and Beverlynn Elliott and Joy Starzl greet Education Center as David McCullough as the crowd gives a standing ovation. Second Annual Bocce Tournament and Festival McCullough discussed the un- Sat., Aug. 20 • 1:00 p.m. to dusk For details, please see page 3. told story of three generations of young Americans who trav- Eighth Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament Mon., Sept. 12 • 10:00 a.m. eled to Paris in the 19th century For details, please see page 2. seeking excellence, knowledge, and inspiration. Live and Learn Weekend Fri., Oct. 14 and Sat., Oct. 15 Video of the entire lecture Explore the connection between our past and our present through book and panel is featured on our website at discussions. This Live and Learn weekend features the book “Confederates in the Attic” www.heinzhistorycenter.org. and a trip to the Carnegie Free Library in Carnegie to visit the GAR Espy Post. To make reservations, please contact Natalie DeRiso at 412-454-6373 or “The Greater Journey: Amer- Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough and [email protected]. icans in Paris” is currently avail- History Center President & CEO Andy Masich. able online and in the History Center Museum Shop for $37.50. History Center members receive a 10% discount.