Fw: 21+ Throwback Thursdays, Irish Genealogy, and an Evening with Andy Masich

[John J. Rudiak]

 

21+ Throwback Thursdays | New Book From Andy Masich | Irish Genealogy Workshop | Upcoming Events | Visit Us | Join as a Member | Donate Now 21+ Thursdays are Back! Thursdays in March | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Throw it back on select Thursday evenings in March as we celebrate the #Pixburgh exhibit with after-hours drinks, scavenger hunts, music, and fun! Enjoy access to the new #Pixburgh: A Photographic Experience exhibition on the History Center's first floor Feed your inner child with a retro dessert table, featuring old school treats like Zebra Cakes & Twinkies Get down to throwback music played by DJ MB in the Great Hall Play games from the good ol' days like UNO, Monopoly, and The Game of LIFE Assemble larger-than-life-size puzzles of popular #Pixburgh photos Make your own #Pixburgh button Compete against your friends in a selfie scavenger hunt Enjoy a cash bar throughout the evening Admission Admission to the 21+ Throwback Thursday evenings at the History Center is $10. A cash bar will be available. Don't miss out on the fun - buy your tickets in advance! Thursday, March 9 | Buy Tickets Thursday, March 16 | Buy Tickets Thursday, March 23 | Buy Tickets Thursday, March 30 | Buy Tickets For more information, please contact Caroline Fitzgerald at 412-454-6373 or ccfitz...@heinzhistorycenter.org.  Don't Miss an Evening with Andy Masich Wednesday, March 8 | 7 - 8:30 p.m. You've heard Andy talk about Pittsburgh history, George Washington, and the Steelers, but did you know he's an expert on the Civil War in the Far West?  On Wednesday, March 8, join us for a reading, discussion, and book signing with History Center President and CEO Andy Masich and his new book "Civil War in the Southwest Borderlands." The Southwest Borderlands saw not only Union and Confederate forces clashing but Indians, Hispanos, and Anglos also struggled for power and dominance.  Andy's perspective on borderlands history offers a single, cohesive framework for understanding the power shift along the Mexican border and the importance of multicultural views of the American Civil War.   Admission to this event is FREE. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.    For more information, please contact Caroline Fitzgerald at 412-454-6373 or  ccfitz...@heinzhistorycenter.org.   Explore Your Irish Ancestry Irish Genealogy Workshop | Sunday, March 19 | 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Join Irish genealogy experts Fintan Mullan and Gillian Hunt from the Ulster Historical Foundation in Belfast for a new and expanded workshop on the rich genealogical sources found in Ireland. Benefiting beginners and seasoned genealogists alike, this in-depth workshop will examine a multitude of historic records and electronic resources that will enrich your Irish genealogy research. Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend a special curator-led tour of the History Center's Irish American collection on display within the museum's fourth floor Special Collections Gallery.     For more information, contact Sierra Green at sgr...@heinzhistorycenter.org or 412-454-6361.  Exhibit Tour: #Pixburgh Sunday, March 5, March 12, March 19, & March 26 | 1 - 1:30 p.m. Transport yourself back in time and enjoy an in-depth tour of the new #Pixburgh: A Photographic Experience exhibit with museum docents. See what makes Pittsburgh unique through the History Center's extensive collection of photographs. Pittsburgh's Hidden Treasures on KDKA-TV Monday, March 6 | 7:30 - 8 p.m. Hop aboard the History Center's trolley as KDKA-TV presents another exciting edition of "Pittsburgh's Hidden Treasures." Hop Into History: Around the World with Nellie Bly Wednesday, March 8 | 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Discover the amazing story of one of Pittsburgh's most notable women, Nellie Bly, as we travel around the world! Enjoy crafts and activities that match each of Bly's global stops during this program designed for 2 - 5 year olds and their caretakers. Register online. Books in the 'Burgh: Andy Masich Wednesday, March 8 | 7 - 8:30 p.m. As part of the Books in the 'Burgh literary series, join the History Center for a reading, discussion, and book signing with History Center President and CEO Andy Masich, author of the new book, "Civil War in the Southwest Borderlands." History Explorers: #Pixburgh Saturday, March 18 | 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids ages 8 - 11 are invited to join us for a fun exploration of photography and green screen technology in the History Center's new #Pixburgh: A Photograph Experience exhibition. Be inspired to create your own digital photography display! Register online. Join as a member and help us make history! Join the History Center as a member and enjoy all the benefits, including FREE admission to the History Center, Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, Fort Pitt Museum, and Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village.   Plan a Visit Senator John Heinz History Center 1212 Smallman Street Pittsburgh, PA,15222 412-454-6000 Hours & Admission www.heinzhistorycenter.org     A proud affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the Senator John Heinz History Center is the largest history museum in Pennsylvania and presents American history with a Western Pennsylvania connection.

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