Posted in Pittsburgh February 21, 2019 by Beth Price-Williams

The 370,000-Square Foot Museum In Pittsburgh Even Your Kids Will Love

I’m bored. There’s nothing to do. Most of us, who are parents or who work with kids, have heard those complaints more than just a few times. We’ve probably uttered them ourselves plenty of times during our childhood. Next time you’re looking for something for the kids – and you – to do, plan a visit to this 370,000-square foot museum that features everything from the original set of Mister Rogers Neighborhood to a giant ketchup bottle.

Pile the kids into the car for a day of adventure at the Heinz History Center, a part of the Smithsonian Museum, in the Strip District.

Boasting 370,000 square feet over six floors, the spacious museum offers something for the kids to do from the minute you walk through the front door. Climb aboard an historic Pittsburgh trolley, for example, where the kids can pretend to drive.

And, get a close-up look at a piece of every Pittsburgher's childhood: one of the cars from The Racer at Kennywood. Hop in for pictures, perhaps?

Of course, you'll see plenty that has to do with Heinz, too, including a spectacular ketchup bottle made with - what else? - ketchup bottles.

And, for those of us who grew up with Mister Rogers Neighborhood, snapping photos in front of the original set - including a statue of Mister Rogers and the trolley - is a must for the whole family.

Then, take the kids to Kidsburgh, an interactive play area, where they can serve pretend ice cream from Isaly's, and zip down the Liberty Tube slide.

The Heinz History Center features a slew of exhibits - from Discovery Place for kids to Pittsburgh Inventions - and events throughout the year.

Kids still begging for more? The Heinz History Center also has several other museums, including the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, the Fort Pitt Museum, and Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village.

Embark on a daylong adventure at the Heinz History Center, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Heinz History Center is located at 1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

Do your kids love this family-friendly museum in Pittsburgh? Let us know in the comments! Still looking for other kid-friendly activities in and around the Burgh? Click here to read about a spectacular ocean-themed indoor playground.

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Address: 1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222