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September 17, 2012 / Places and landmarks

Entrance to the Allegheny Arsenal in Lawrenceville

The arsenal was decommissioned in 1926. Today, little evidence of the facility remains.

Look at the picturesEntrance to the Allegheny Arsenal in Lawrenceville

September 14, 2012 / Events

Ike’s balloon grounded in Pittsburgh

“Members of the Citizens for Eisenhower Committee said their silver-colored gas bag ordinarily is flown at 500 feet.”

Look at the picturesIke’s balloon grounded in Pittsburgh

September 14, 2012 / Events

President Eisenhower, riding up Fifth, greets Pittsburghers

“150,000 Cheer Ike in Roaring Welcome,” read the Pittsburgh Press headline.

Look at the picturesPresident Eisenhower, riding up Fifth, greets Pittsburghers

September 13, 2012 / Pittsburgh n'at

 Uptown Renaissance in Pittsburgh

“This helicopter shot shows plenty of wide open spaces…”

Look at the pictures Uptown Renaissance in Pittsburgh

September 12, 2012 / Places and landmarks

The Nixon Theater

The Nixon Theater on Sixth Avenue was arguably the city’s most elegant theater.

Look at the picturesThe Nixon Theater

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