Here Are Some Of The Very First Photos Ever Taken Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh’s a constantly evolving city and so is its landscape. Some things, however, never change – like the beauty of the skyline and the inclines climbing up and down Mount Washington. Have you ever wondered what life was like decades ago, long before any of us were born? Here are some of the earliest, most amazing photos of Pittsburgh that gives us a peek into the past.
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1. Although not a photograph, this engraving shows Pittsburg, before it added the h, some time in the early 1800s. The engraving is of the Ohio River as it looks toward the Point, perhaps the most famous landmark in the city today.
3. Phipps Conservatory on the North Side in 1903. In the early 1900s, the conservatory had two locations – this one and one in Oakland. This location eventually became the National Aviary.
5. The Pirates have always been a hometown favorite. Here’s the Pittsburgh baseball team in 1900. Honus Wagner is perhaps the best known player on the team at the time.
11. Pittsburgh’s still known as the Steel City for its rich history in producing steel. This photo of the Jones and Laughlin Steel Mills was taken some time between 1900 and 1915.
Which of these are your favorite photos of Pittsburgh? Let us know in the comments! How about journeying down Memory Lane back to the 1970s? Here are 10 photos of Pittsburgh in the 1970s that are simply amazing.
