Overview   Those who come to the City of Steel expecting sprawling industry and hordes of soot-encrusted American Joes are bound to be disappointed. The decline of the steel industry has meant cleaner air and rivers, and a recent economical renaissance has produced a brighter urban landscape. City officials are desperate to provide Pittsburgh with a new image, going so far as to propose a theme park filled with robotic dinosaurs. Throughout renewals, Pittsburgh's neighborhoods have maintained strong diverse identities. Admittedly, some of old, sooty Pittsburgh survives in the suburbs, but one need only ride up the Duquesne Incline and view downtown from atop Mt. Washington to see how thoroughly Pittsburgh has entered a new age-and to understand why locals are so proud of "The Burgh."            Attractions           Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center 1212 Smallman St, Pittsburgh 412-454-6000 Hours: Open Daily 10am - 5pm Admission: Adults: $6; Senior Citizens(62+) & Students with ID: $4.50; Children(6-18): $3; Children 6 & under: free This museum presents the history of western Pennsylvania. Visit the many changing exhibits as well as the three permanent exhibits. Points in Time, features life in Pittsburgh from 1750 to present time. Glass: Shattering Notions is an interactive story of glass in western pennsylvania and the Prine Collection of Woodworking Planes - over 200 wooden planes used in Pittsburgh. More Info Carnegie Science Center Allegheny Center, Pittsburgh 412-237-3400 Hours: Sunday - Friday 10am - 5pm; Saturday 10am - 9pm Admission: Adults: $6.50; Seniors & Children: $4.50 This centers features an Omnimax Theater, over 250 hands - on exhibits, a WWII submarine and the world's only electronic exhibits theater. More Info Andy Warhol Museum 117 Sandusky St, Pittsburgh 412-237-8300 Hours: Sunday & Wednesday 11am - 6pm; Thursday - Saturday 11am - 8pm; closed Monday & Tuesday Admission: Adults: $7; Seniors: $6; Students with ID & Children over 3: $4 Visit the works of one of the most influential artists in 20th century U.S. history. This seven story building consists of more than 3000 forms of trans-media works of art. This is one museum that is not to be missed. More Info Gateway Clipper Fleet 9 Station Square Dock, Pittsburgh 412-355-7980 Hours: Depends on cruise Admission: varies A cruise? In Pittsburgh? You bet! Take your family on an adventure on the high seas. A favorite for everyone in the family. Pittsburgh Children's Museum 10 Children's Way, Pittsburgh 412-322-5058 Hours: Tuesday - Thursday & Saturday 10am - 5pm; Friday 10am - 8pm; Sunday 12pm - 5pm Admission; Adults: $4.50; Seniors: $3.50; Thursdays: $2.50; Children under 2: free This is a hands-on museum that can entertain children of all ages for hours. If possible, plan a visit on a Tuesday, which is family day. Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Museum Way, Washington (30 minutes south of Pittsburgh) 877-Pa-Trolley Hours: Closed January, February & March; April - December: weekends 11am - 5pm; Memorial Day - Labor Day: daily 11am - 5pm Admission: Adults: $5; Children(2-15): $3; Seniors(65+): $4 The clang of the trolley, the ding of the bell and a three mile trip in the past. When you're finished your ride, take a tour of the museum. Your ticket is good for the entire day. Don't let it go to waste! More Info The Jimmy Stewart Museum 9th & Philadephia Sts, Indiana, PA 724-349-6112/800-83-JIMMY Hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm; Sunday & Holidays 12pm - 5pm; closed Monday & Tuesdays during Januray, February & March Admission: adults: $5; Seniors(62+), Military Personnel, College Students: $4; Children(7-17): $3; Children under 6: free A legend in his own right. Anyone who has ever seen a Jimmy Stewart film won't want to miss this museum's dipiction of his life and accomplishments. You'll go back in time and may want to stay there.More Info Carnegie Museum of Natural History 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh 412-622-3131 Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm; Sunday 1pm - 5pm; open Mondays July 5 - August 3 Admission: Adults: $6; Seniors: $5; Full - time Students & Children over 3: $4 This is the place where you can dig for bones, go mining and see what our planet has to offer. One stop shopping for a fun and educational time.More Info Sandcastle Water Park 1000 Sandcastle Dr, Pittsburgh 412-462-6666 Hours: Beginning of June - Beginning of September Daily 11am - 6pm Admission: Whitewater pass: $15.95; Seniors: $12.95; Children under 3: free This park has water rides galore! A definate reason to visit Pittsburgh in the summer. Ride down 45' from the Bermuda Triangle. Start at the top of Thunder Run and expierence a ride from 50'. And for all that are fearless, the Cliffhangers is calling your name. Be prepared to get wet and stay that way. More Info Kennywood 4800 Kennywood Blvd, West Mifflin, PA 412-461-0500 Hours: Daily May 12 - September 4 10:30am - 10pm Admission: Monday - Friday: $18.95; Saturday & Sunday: $22.95 This park will satisfy the needs of all family members. Roller coasters, water rides and special rides for the kiddies. Not just an amusement park, this is an historical landmark as well. More Info Idlewild Park Rt. 30 E, Ligonier, PA 724-238-3666 Hours: Daily 10am - park closing announced daily(end of May - beginning of September) Admission: $15.95; Seniors(55+): $11.50; Children under 2: free If I had to pick a place to go with little ones, this would be the place. Besides the rides, you can visit Mr. Roger's Neighborhood, listen to a story at the Story Book Forest and if there's still an ounce of energy left, tire the kids out at the Jumpin' Jungle.More Info The National Aviary West Park, Pittsburgh 412-323-7235 Hours: Daily 9am - 5pm Admission: Adults: $5; Seniors(60+): $4; Children(2-12): $3.50; Children under 2: free Up in the sky the little birds fly, down in the nest the little birds rest. There are over 200 different birds flying and resting and doing lots of other bird stuff. You'll be amazed at what over 500 birds can do.More Info The Pittsburgh Zoo One Wold Place, Pittsburgh 800-474-4966 Hours: Labor Day - Memorial Weekend 9am - 5pm; Admission: Adults: $6.50; Seniors(60+) & Children(2-13): $4.75; Children under 2: free Isn't it time your kids played like wild animals? Take them to the Kids Kingdom at the Pittsburgh Zoo and not only will they see animals, but they can act like them too. When they've quieted to a low roar, take them to see the baby elephant. If you can wait until the summer to visit, the new 42,000 sq. ft. aquarium is scheduled to open. More Info Carnegie Museum of Art 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh 412-622-3131 Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm; Sunday 1pm - 5pm Admission: Adults: $6; Seniors: $5; Students with ID & Children over 3: $4 Located under the same roof as the Museum of Natural History, this museum features American & European art. You won't make to miss the Hall of Architure. You'll see breathtaking recreations of architectual masterpieces from aroung the world.              Events             Washington Colonial Christmas Downtown Area Colonial crafts, food, parade, special events daily, caroling, music and drama performances, holiday ball, Father Christmas, carriage rides and Christmas dinners. Light-Up weekend Downtown Area Celebrating the launch of the holiday season, Light-Up Weekend features entertainment by area attractions, performances, ice sculptures, shopping and a spectacular fireworks display. Pittsburgh's Christmas Extravaganza Pittsburgh Convention Center Pittsburgh's biggest holiday arts and crafts show. Over 300 booths. CLO ministars, North Star kids, Santa and Emmett the Elf. In conjunction with Light Up Weekend. Christmas with Belsnickel Old Economy Village This program will acquaint children with Belsnickel, the German equivalent of Santa Claus, who will visit with the children. Other activities included. Holiday Shopping Getaway Weekends Overnight guests at participating hotels and motels offering Special Shopper's Room Rates will receive a FREE Welcome Package any weekend with gift certificate discount coupons, a memento and area map. Christmas at the Village Old Economy Village Authentic German Christmas celebration at this early 19th century village. Decorated building, music, food, hand-crafted items and an appearance from Belsnickel (German Santa). Christmas Dinner/Tour Old Economy Village Lovely evening of food, music and Christmas festivities. A tour of a 19th century house decorated in traditional German style. Hors d'oeuvres, dinner and program. First Night Carlisle A family-oriented, non-alcoholic celebration of the arts held New Year's Eve in over fifteen downtown venues. Features music, dance, theater and visual arts. Charter Day Old Economy Village Visit Old Economy Village and learn about the 19th century and the Harmonist. GFWC Intermediate League Antiques Show & Sale Days Inn, Route 8 South This is our 51st year. There are 42 recognized dealers. Gala preview on Friday night. Verbal appraisals on Saturday. Proceeds for community projects. Canonsburg 4th of July Celebration Downtown Area Patriotic celebration on July 4th Independence Day. Two-hour parade at 10 am. Food booths in park and huge fireworks at dark at C.M. Stadium. No admission charged. Washington/Greene County Covered Bridge Festival Nine Covered Bridge Sites 31st Annual Event! Celebrate autumn at nine covered bridge sites featuring arts and crafts, homestyle food, historical displays and unique entertainment. Call for a brochure. McConnell's Mill Heritage Festival McConnell's Mill State Park Artists and craftspeople demonstrate their crafts and sell their wares. Other activities include historical interpretations, musical entertainment, Native American village and food.              Shopping             Pittsburgh Shopping Centers AirMall This is the fabulous and world famous Pittsburgh International Airport mall. Check here for the map that tells you where everything is so that you can quickly make your purchases between flights!   Grove City Factory Shops An outlet shopping mall with 140 stores located 1 hour north of Pittsburgh on Interstate 79.   Monroeville Mall Located about 10 miles east of Pittsburgh in Monroeville. One of the first covered malls in the Pittsburgh area.   Northway Mall Located in the North Hills   Station Square Located just across the Smithfield bridge from Downtown Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Memorabilia Heinzstuff Need a tomato ketchup T-Shirt? a pickle clock? a Heinz Pickle Hat? This is the place to go!   Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania Online Shopping Need something for a Pittsburgh history buff? The Heinz Historical Center is selling museum and photo items at this online store in conjunction with Stargate. Also great gifts, like the Ghost Bomber Poster, for ex-Pittsburghers!   Lincoln Highway (US Route 30) Heritage Corridor Collectibles Send hats, shirts, etc. commemorating Lincoln Highway.   Pittsburgh Riverhounds (TM) Order bumper stickers, T-Shirts, sweatshirts, and hats for Pittsburgh's official soccer team.   The Pittsburgh Store Here's the place to point displaced Pittburghers to! They can get books and videos about Pittsburgh, T-shirts, Pittsburgh gift boxes...   Unique Stores Ten Thousand Villages Ten Thousand Villages provides vital, fair income to Third World people by selling their handicrafts and telling their stories in North America. In Pittsburgh, Ten Thousand Villages operates a non-profit store, run primarily by volunteers, at 5824 Forbes Avenue, in Squirrel Hill (Phone: 412-421-2160). Ten Thousand Villages works with artisans from 30 countries who would otherwise be unemployed or underemployed. This income helps pay for food, education, health care and housing.              Dining   Forty years ago, chef Raymond Burkhart discovered a gumbo recipe that won him fans from Pittsburgh to New Orleans. Taking fresh green peppers, rice and quarter-sized shrimp, mingled with chunks of spicy sausage in a lobster and tomato broth, he created a magic gumbo recipe that is now hailed as Pittsburgh's own traditional dish. Generations of ethnic flavours and cooking secrets converge in Pittsburgh; Indian spices, tapas secrets, Tex-Mex originals, Italian creativity and the freshest seafood are all celebrated here. From smart dinners to home-style suppers, there is a definite emphasis on innovative sauces and delicious marinades. Grand Concourse 1 Station Square, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 Tel: (412) 261 1717 Common Plea 310 Ross Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 Tel: (412) 281 5140 Monterey Bay Fish Grotto 1411 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15211 Tel: (412) 481 4414 Asiago One Oxford Centre, 301 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 Tel: (412) 392 0225 Le Mont Restaurant 1114 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15211 Tel: (412) 431 3100 The Tin Angel 1200 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15211 Tel: (412) 381 1919 Primanti Brothers 3803 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213 Tel: (412) 621 4444 Le Perroquet 709 Bellefonte Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232 Tel: (412) 687 1022 Top of the Triangle 600 Grant Street, USX Tower, 62nd Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 Tel: (412) 471 4100