McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center

08/04/2026

Penn State Greater Allegheny continues to play an important role in shaping the future of our community.

A recent Penn State article highlighted how the campus is preparing students for career success through hands-on learning, internships, community partnerships, and opportunities that connect classroom experiences with real-world careers.

We have seen that impact firsthand at the McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center. Over the past 18 months, we have been fortunate to host two outstanding interns from Penn State Greater Allegheny. Their enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication have made a real difference to our organization.

They are also part of a larger group of talented students who have chosen to learn with us. During that same period, we have welcomed 12 additional interns from Chatham University, the University of Pittsburgh, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), Gettysburg College, and Washington & Jefferson College. These partnerships have strengthened our work while giving students meaningful, hands-on experience in public history, education, marketing, archives, and museum operations.

We are grateful to Penn State Greater Allegheny and our other college partners for investing in the next generation of leaders. Together, we're preserving our region's history while helping prepare students for their futures. Applicants interested in a fall internship with the McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center may send their cover letter and resume to [email protected]

You can read Penn State Greater Allegheny's recent story here:

Penn State Greater Allegheny is helping to strengthen the regional workforce through a reimagined internship program that prepares students for careers while building deeper partnerships with local employers.

08/04/2026

We had a wonderful visit at the McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center with Charlene Barowich, her grandchildren, and her sister, Fran Barowich!
Charlene, a proud graduate of McKeesport Area High School's Class of 1969, shared that the artwork she designed was selected to be the cover of the 1969 yearbook , a lasting piece of McKeesport history. Her sister, Fran, is a proud graduate of the Class of 1966.
It was a pleasure hearing their stories and reminiscing about their time at McKeesport Area High School. Thank you for stopping by and helping us celebrate and preserve the history of our community!
Maybe, you have a similar yearbook experience? Maybe, you have yearbooks you are looking to donate? Maybe, you are missing one of your yearbooks and are looking to purchase one?

If any of these are a Yes, The Heritage Center has you covered!

08/03/2026

**FREE ADMISSION during International Village! 🎉**

If you're visiting McKeesport International Village, make time to discover **YOUR Mon Valley Museum!**

Step inside and:
✔ Walk through recreated historic streets
✔ Browse immersive storefront exhibits
✔ Discover the people and stories that built the Mon Valley

And for the entire duration of International Village, **we're waiving our regular admission fee!**

📅 **Special International Village Hours**
AUG. 18 - 20
Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday
🕒 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center
1832 Arboretum Drive, Renziehausen Park
(next to the Rose Garden)

Learn more: **[www.mckeesportheritage.org](http://www.mckeesportheritage.org)**

Bring your family, bring your friends, and experience local history like you've never seen it before!

08/01/2026

**Step Back in Time and Explore McKeesport’s 1995 Time Capsule!**

The McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center invites you to discover a fascinating collection of items recently uncovered from the City of McKeesport’s 1995 Time Capsule.

Opened in July 2025 after being sealed for 25 years, the capsule revealed photographs, publications, community memorabilia, student essays, audio recordings, newspaper keepsakes, and other treasures that capture a unique moment in our city's history. These artifacts offer a glimpse into what McKeesport residents valued, celebrated, and hoped future generations would remember.

Come see these remarkable pieces of our shared past and experience firsthand the stories they tell about our community.

**Admission:**

* **Free** for Heritage Center members
* **Free** for visitors under age 18
* **$5** for non-members

Visit the **McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center** and take a journey through time—because understanding our past helps inspire our future.

07/29/2026

🍁We’re now accepting applications for our Fall Internship Program!🍁

If you’re a college student, recent graduate, or just interested in history and the community, we’d love to have you join our team.
This internship is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event planning, graphic design, museum work, archives, and more.

Application deadline: September 1, 2026

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07/29/2026

🍁We're now accepting applications for our Fall Internship Program!🍁

If you're a college student, recent graduate, or just interested in history and the community, we'd love to have you join our team.
This internship is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event planning, graphic design, museum work, archives, and more.

Application deadline: Send your resume and cover letter by September 1, 2026

Please share this post or tag someone who might be interested!

07/28/2026

Help us make every event a little more welcoming! Sponsor refreshments for one of our upcoming programs and support local history. Take a look at our upcoming events and consider partnering with us today!