Treasures in the Archives

Schedule

Sun Apr 12 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Heinz History Center | Pittsburgh, PA

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Peek into the stories hidden in “Pittsburgh’s attic” during Treasures in the Archives.
Join the Detre Library & Archives for a fascinating look into one of the largest collections of historic materials in Western Pennsylvania.
The popular annual program delves into captivating stories preserved in the History Center collection and gives you a unique glimpse into Western Pennsylvania’s past through one-of-a-kind documents and photographs.
Collections featured in past Treasures in the Archives have included building movers, unrealized Pittsburgh futures, boxers, coroners, pandemics, beloved neighborhood figures, old saloons, famous families, overlooked community stories, and the lost history of a notorious home for ex-offenders.
This annual program deep dives into four topics carefully chosen by our dedicated archivists. This year’s include:
The lessons and legacy of Dr. Violette Eash, who dedicated her life to counseling and teaching after enduring profound illness in childhood
A look at the Storagram, the in-house magazine of Kaufmann’s Department Store
A tour of Pittsburgh’s Jewish suburbs in their post-war heyday
An exploration into the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire records
For one day only, attendees will also have the chance to view a special selection of original archival materials connected to the featured stories.
Discover the unexpected, the unusual, and the unforgettable moments that shape Pittsburgh’s history at this signature Detre Library & Archives event.
Admission
Admission is free and open to all. Please register in advance online.
Tickets: https://www.heinzhistorycenter.org/event/treasures-in-the-archives-2026/

Live captioning and American Sign Language interpretation will be provided at this hybrid program.
For more information or to request additional accommodations, please contact Sierra Green at [email protected].
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Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman St,Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

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