Pittsburgh’s Hidden History: Behind the Curtain

Name: Pittsburgh’s Hidden History: Behind the Curtain
Start: 2026-03-08T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-08T15:30:00-04:00
Location: Heinz History Center

Schedule

Sun Mar 08 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Heinz History Center | Pittsburgh, PA

Take a behind-the-scenes look into the making of our marquee exhibition.
Join the museum professionals who worked on Pittsburgh’s Hidden History for a lively panel exploring the wacky, weird, and wonderful stories that shaped the exhibition.
From spooky artifacts and tiny treasures to extraordinary pieces spanning centuries of Pittsburgh history, the exhibit brings together a remarkable mix of stories and objects, including many that have never been on view.
But how were these objects chosen? What artifacts were considered but didn’t make the final cut? What design decisions were considered to help shape the visitor experience?
Hear directly from the people who developed the exhibit as they share insider stories, unexpected discoveries, and the creative process behind the artifacts, archival materials, and themes explored.
The program will be moderated by Anne Madarasz, chief historian and director of the Sports Museum, and include the following panelists:
• Samantha Baine, director of exhibit design
• Courtney Keel Becraft, director of collections
• Sierra Green, senior outreach archivist
• Melissa E. Marinaro, director of Italian American Program
• Emily Ruby, senior curator
Whether you’ve already visited Pittsburgh’s Hidden History or plan to see it before it closes, this program offers a deeper look at the research, interpretation, and design that reveal Pittsburgh’s past in surprising ways.
Curious? Register now: https://www.heinzhistorycenter.org/event/pittsburghs-hidden-history-behind-the-curtain/
Admission
Admission is FREE for History Center members and $10 for non-members with advance registration. Program admission includes full access to History Center exhibitions on Sunday, March 8.
Don’t miss an opportunity to visit the #1 History Museum in America for half price!
For questions or accommodations, please contact [email protected].