Podcast appearances and mentions of Heinz History Center

Andy Masich, President and CEO of the Heinz History Center calls in to talk about big news and talk about the history in our city.

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Three museum pieces piqued Anne's interest on a recent road trip. Fall down the rabbit hole with her as she shares what she learned about letterman sweaters, machine crochet, and Mr. Rogers' famous cardigans. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode Path Lit By Lightning: The Life of Jim Thorpe, by David Maraniss  Pro Football Hall of Fame A Christmas Story House In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash, by Jean Shepherd Machine crochet is real! Heinz History Center The Interview with Mr. Rogers on YouTube is available at this link.  Bonus: You can find episodes of Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood streaming at this link. Please note that the links to the books above are Amazon affiliate links. Should you buy the books usinig those links, a small portion of your purchase will help support the costs of the show at no additional cost to you.  Music This episode's music was Jontavious Willis' "Daddy's Dough," Humans Win's "Back to Our Beginning," and "Do You Believe in Magic?" from Precarious Perch.

There's a big new pickleball spot opening in the old Wheel Mill in Homewood; we've got some good news about the improving conditions of our bridges; and we've got a happy little update on the Heinz History Center's giant ketchup bottle. Plus, we need your help planning a perfect day at PNC Park. Do you have suggestions for a great Buccos experience? Call or text us at 412-212-8893. We always cite our sources: Heinz History Center can continue to display the beloved, 35-foot Heinz ketchup bottle outside its building. We discussed the dispute over the ketchup bottle on a previous podcast episode, which features CEO Andy Masich's fantastic defense. Fewer PA and Pittsburgh bridges are in “poor” condition, but to keep it that way, the state's going to need to invest a lot more money. The City of Pittsburgh's putting a little over $1 million toward bridge maintenance in 2024. Need more space to play pickleball? The Wheel Mill's old building is becoming The Pickleball Warehouse and will feature 15 full-sized courts. Before The Pickleball Warehouse opens up, you can find a court in a city park or a community center. And the Pirates debuted new jerseys with the Sheetz logo! Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode: Babbel Bike PGH Parks on Tap Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More tornadoes are sweeping through our region – including five this weekend – so why don't we have a better alert system? Can an exciting new pitcher with a TikTok-famous girlfriend attract new Pirates fans? And why is the Heinz History Center in a pickle after putting a giant ketchup bottle on display? Plus, we've got a fun survey for PA pet owners! We always cite our sources: Gen Z and Millennials spend thousands of dollars on their pets each year, and Pennsylvania residents really splurge on their dogs. Pittsburgh's gotten more tornadoes than usual this year, and we could see an even greater increase because of climate change. But Allegheny, Westmoreland, and Washington counties don't have many tornado sirens to alert residents. Could the Pirates new pitcher and his athlete-influencer girlfriend renew interest in baseball and bring in more fans? The Heinz History Center made its case to keep up the 52-foot ketchup bottle at a recent city zoning board meeting. The Bloomfield development could be back on the table, but the apartments might not be included in the final plans. Check out our show for more: The Bloomfield Development Setback, Explained  WIN SOME MONEY! We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We'd be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey. It's just seven minutes long, and anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast City swag! Learn more about our sponsors:  Join AIDS Free Pittsburgh and True T Pittsburgh from 4 to 10 p.m. Thursday, May 30 in Allegheny Commons East Park for the 6th annual Too Hot for July HIV awareness event, including free HIV and STI testing, music, dancing, performances, and more. Visit TooHotForJuly.com. The 65th annual Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival takes over the Cultural District in Downtown Pittsburgh from May 31 to June 9. It's 10 days of free art and music from noon to 9 p.m. daily. Learn more at trustarts.org/TRAF. Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the Friday news roundup! Change is in store for some big summer events: Pride is moving back to the North Side, and the city isn't sponsoring the annual Juneteenth celebration at Point State Park. Plus, Pittsburgh is expanding the controversial ShotSpotter technology into a new neighborhood, and a local company is sending self-driving tractor trailers onto a Texas highway. We always cite our sources: Pittsburgh Pride organizers told KDKA-TV that they're moving back to the North Side after they were denied access to Point State Park, but the state claims they didn't submit a completed application. The news outlet QBurgh, which is part of the Pride planning group, says it has filed complaints with the state's LGBTQ Commission over “institutional barriers.” Juneteenth is still taking place at Point State Park, but the city is not sponsoring it this year, and the Black Musical Festival has been canceled. The Pittsburgh-based company Aurora Innovation will be putting self-driving tractor trailers on the road later this year – but for now, only on I-45 in Texas. Pittsburgh City Council approved a contract expansion with the company behind ShotSpotter; the technology will now be installed in Carrick. Don't miss our episode about ShotSpotter, and PublicSource's primer on Pittsburgh's history with the controversial technology Check out the lineup for Allegheny County's free summer concert series at South Park and Hartwood Acres We talked about the Steelers' report card on a previous show; players had gripes about a lot of things, including their training facility. Now the space has received a major upgrade. Sign up to meet the team and celebrate women's role in journalism at the Heinz History Center this Sunday, May 5. Learn more about our sponsor, the Pittsburgh Opera. They're presenting The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson through May 5 at the Byham Theater. Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Masich, President/CEO of the Heinz History Center joins Larry to discuss a new exhibit at the museum honoring the women of Pittsburgh.

Hour 1 - Larry opens the show with Paul Rasmussen by discussing potential severe weather, the start of the Masters, popularity of the Strip District, and a new exhibit at the Heinz History Center. 

Looking for fun places to go? Interesting stuff to do? Yummy noms to eat? Yinz, we've got five weekends to celebrate this month, plus an extra hour of daylight to do it! The City Cast team is here to help you make the most of every second in Pgh.  Here are a few of the City Casty things we mentioned in today's show: Find your perfect fish fry during Lent with this interactive map  Get your garden ready and select plants that will thrive in Pittsburgh. The exhibit “A Woman's Place: How Women Shaped Pittsburgh” opens on March 23 at the Heinz History Center. Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President/CEO of the Heinz History Center, Andy Masich, joins Larry to discuss the Heinz History Center being named the #1 museum in the country by USA today. 

Hour 2 - Larry discusses an award given to the Heinz History Center, new Pittsburgh police procedures beginning today, and has his weekly check-in with Brian Quaranta. 

We're going back to the moon! A Pittsburgh-based aerospace company is sending off a lunar lander right before Christmas. But it's not our first rodeo in this space — the Steel City has a long legacy in cosmic exploration. Producer Sophia Lo shares Pgh's role in the Apollo missions, how the upcoming Peregrine launch came together, and what it means to have a budding “space district” on the North Side. Plus, our team has a little launch announcement of our own. We've kicked off a new membership program, and you can find all the details (and perks!) at membership.citycast.fm We love to cite our sources! Find out about more ways Pittsburgh and Western PA contributed to space exploration. The Heinz History Center wrote about Congressman James Fulton's efforts to fund the Space Race. Heinz History Center Curator Emily Ruby did a deep dive into the ways Pittsburgh contributed to the 1969 moon landing. Missed Destination Moon? The Heinz History Center has videos up on their website and a virtual tour. TribLive reported on some updates on Pittsburgh's “space district.” Over the summer, Astrobotic and ProtoInnovations got NASA grants. Learn more about active astronauts; four of them are from Pgh! Save the date! NASA made an Eventbrite for anyone who wants to mark the lunar launch on their calendar. You can watch a livestream of the launch on December 24. Want some more Pittsburgh news?  Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pittsburgh is the undisputed ketchup capitol, but it turns out our city can (at least partly) lay claim to one of America's most recognizable frozen desserts. Brian Butko, director of publications for the Heinz History Center, joins us to share the origin story of the Klondike bar — and how the original 1920s classic compares to today's iconic, foil-wrapped treat. Read more about western Pennsylvania grocery history via Brian's great book, “Isaly's Chipped Ham, Klondikes, and Other Tales from Behind the Counter.”  Klondike is hosting a nationwide contest through July 16 asking fans to post videos and photos on Instagram to find the town with the most creative, community-oriented answer. Learn more in Tuesday's Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. Want some more Pittsburgh news?  Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cars were essential in the early 20th century — not just to get Black folks from A to B, but as a key part of establishingmobility, freedom, and a place in the middle class. But even with a car, travelers had to be careful where they stopped, relying on resources like the Green Book to tell them where they might be welcomed. Tony Norman, a columnist for NEXTpittsburgh, joins us to talk about two new exhibits at the Frick Car & Carriage Museum and the Heinz History Center, plus his piece honoring Pittsburgh's place in the Great Migration.  If you want to learn more about how Black Pittsburgh revolutionized emergency care, check out our episode on the Freedom House Ambulance Service. Want some more Pittsburgh news?  Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Among the salvaged items that make up the surreal playground of St. Louis, Missouri's, City Museum, is a 3-foot tall copper cross. Where did it once rest? And what notorious paranormal event took place beneath its shadows? Louisiana's Abita Mystery House, holds some of the state's most peculiar artifacts...including the molding of a bizarre footprint, one man claims is the mark of a strange bayou beast. So, what creature is reported to have made this impression? Of the all the fascinating spy gadgets at The International Spy Museum in Washington, D.C., one innocuous item may be the most intriguing - a simple cigar box. What's the story behind this sterling silver container? And how is it linked the 20th century's greatest fictional secret agent, James Bond? Housed at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum is what seems like a simple, oak barrel. What precious commodity did it contain? And what secrets does it unearth about a French exploration ship's disappearance?Reserved at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History is a small coat decorated with military honors. What heroic war veteran wore this tiny uniform? And what acts of valor did he perform to earn his medals?On display at the Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is a small vial of a vaccine that played a role in an audacious medical experiment. So, who invented this serum? And how did he test it?For even more Mysteries at the Museum, head to discovery+. Go to discoveryplus.com/mystery to start your 7-day free trial today. Terms apply.

Pittsburgh prides itself in our strong steel background, but before this city was the world leader in steel production, we were known for a much more delicate material: glass. Anne Madarasz, chief historian at the Heinz History Center, joins us to discuss Pittsburgh's legacy as “Glass City U.S.A.” You can learn more Pittsburgh glass history at the Heinz History Center exhibit Glass: Shattering Notions. And if you're a fan of Blown Away — the popular glassblowing competition on Netflix — there's a new exhibition featuring artwork from Season 3's top three finalists at the Pittsburgh Glass Center. It opens this Friday, and there's a free artist talk with the finalists at 6:30 p.m. More information is available here. Our newsletter is fresh daily at 6 a.m. Sign up here. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then send us a text at 412-212-8893. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our city has a complicated claim to gas station fame. Many believe the first ever drive-in gas station was on Baum Boulevard in East Liberty. There's even a state historical marker at the site…which is now a parking lot. But the truth is a little more complex. Brian Butko, Director of Publications at the Heinz History Center, joins us to explain what's fueling this local myth. Want to fill up on the full story? Check out Brian's recent blog post: “Was the World's First Gas Station in Pittsburgh? It's Complicated.” Our newsletter is fresh daily at 6 a.m. Sign up here. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joyce welcomes Laina Fusarelli, Advisor, Decision & Risk Analyst, Nova Chemicals, and Jenny Homme, a Lead Business Process Engineer at enGen, a technology subsidiary of Highmark Health and Chair of the Abilities Business Resource Group to Disability Matters, along with Scott Hammerstrom, Manager of Programs and Partnerships, with the Bender Leadership Academy. As we approach October, Disability Employment Awareness Month, and the celebration of Disability Mentoring Day (DMD), on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, the guests will discuss their company's role in the Bender Student Leaders Program, as all three guests represent host sites for the program. Additionally, the guests will share how their prospective organizations locally support the Bender Leadership Academy and the DMD initiative, which gives students with disabilities the opportunity to job shadow around the country annually.?They will review plans for this year's kick-off reception, Monday, October 17, 2022, at Pittsburgh's Heinz History Center and the unique partnership that Bender Leadership Academy has established with Pittsburgh's CLO.

Joyce welcomes Laina Fusarelli, Advisor, Decision & Risk Analyst, Nova Chemicals, and Jenny Homme, a Lead Business Process Engineer at enGen, a technology subsidiary of Highmark Health and Chair of the Abilities Business Resource Group to Disability Matters, along with Scott Hammerstrom, Manager of Programs and Partnerships, with the Bender Leadership Academy. As we approach October, Disability Employment Awareness Month, and the celebration of Disability Mentoring Day (DMD), on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, the guests will discuss their company's role in the Bender Student Leaders Program, as all three guests represent host sites for the program. Additionally, the guests will share how their prospective organizations locally support the Bender Leadership Academy and the DMD initiative, which gives students with disabilities the opportunity to job shadow around the country annually.?They will review plans for this year's kick-off reception, Monday, October 17, 2022, at Pittsburgh's Heinz History Center and the unique partnership that Bender Leadership Academy has established with Pittsburgh's CLO.

During a recent trip to Pittsburgh, Tara geeked out over sets and props from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood on display at the Heinz History Center. The legacy of Fred Rogers came to mind this week while she was musing on the weird parable about the shrewd manager. In a world obsessed with wealth and status, she concludes that faithfulness may be the most precious treasure of all. Support the show

On today's episode of The Confluence: Pittsburgh Regional Transit is taking public comment about its bus rapid transit project, the cost of which increased by $61 million; and a look at the legacy of historian David McCullough, who passed away Monday.Today's guests include: Katharine Kelleman, CEO of Pittsburgh Regional Transit; and Andrew Masich, president and CEO of the Heinz History Center.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Grant Street. 

It's the Friday news roundup! Today the gang is talking about the U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania who voted against legislation for same-sex marriage, just days before celebrating his gay son's wedding; all those new “Protect Trans Kids” signs popping up in Pittsburgh neighborhoods; and the real story behind PA's Klondike claims.  Check out local author Brian Butko book about Isaly's, available now in the Heinz History Center bookshop: https://shop.heinzhistorycenter.org/products/isalys-chipped-ham-klondikes-and-other-tales-from-behind-the-counter And request your own “Protect Trans Kids” sign here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-YqcEVdkrWUDHJS41XUMf28sgfUIst7xy87YCYuNBl8175Q/viewform Our newsletter is fresh daily at 6 a.m. Sign up here. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Denora Baseball in Washington County which produced all time great players.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Western PA native composer Steven Foster.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Western PA native Jim Delligatti, who is credited with creating McDonald's 'Big Mac'.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of the Biddle Bros. Jailbreak. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Nellie Bly. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Rosie The Riveter.  

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the Allegheny Arms Explosion. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at Point State Park. 

This Sunday is Juneteenth, so we took a trip to the Heinz History Center in the Strip District to walk through their From Slavery to Freedom exhibit. Today, hear from Director of African American Programs Samuel Black about the cultural importance of the nation's newest bank holiday — and Pittsburgh's abolitionist roots! Our newsletter is fresh daily at 6 a.m. Sign up here. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh!

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history John Kane. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Eat'N Park. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Pro Football in Pittsburgh.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of the Crawford Grille. 

Larry & Sheila Hyland explore what’s new and “old” at the Heinz History Center with CEO Andy Masich!

Sarah is back for a "Part 2" on Jewish history and archives! This episode, Sarah chats about what it means to archive Jewish history with Eric Lidji, Director of Ruah Jewish History Program and Archives from the Heinz History Center! Here is the link to the quarterly newsletter Eric references in the episode! Be sure to subscribe! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/DY1om9t

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Mr. Rogers. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at  Mitchell Paige.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Robert Fulton.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at Jane Grey Swisshelm. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of George Marshall. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the Pittsburgh Courier. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of the City of Champions. 

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the Fort Pitt Blockhouse

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Pro Football in Pittsburgh.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back Stainless Steel Automobiles.

Andy Masich, CEO & President of the Heinz History Center, takes a look back at the history of Burton Morris.