Allegheny County Travel Guide

The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR), a group of veterans who served the Union during the Civil War, created the Pittsburgh Soldiers & Sailors organization during the 1890s. They raised funds for a memorial hall that recognized the sacrifice, valor and patriotism of the Civil War veterans of Allegheny County. Today, this same hall honors all the men and women of Pennsylvania who served the United States during the country’s history. Soldiers &... Read More

As steamy summer days transform into the cooler days of fall, Pittsburgh’s streets remain sizzling hot with events and festivals that attract thousands from the city, from the suburbs and even long-distance travelers from nearby states. Here are just four of the many events that require attention. They also require very active participation. Mount Those Bikes BikeFest 2010 (August 6-15) is Pittsburgh’s largest cycling celebration. It is not one... Read More