by pittsburghbeautiful | | Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh History
Pittsburgh’s Growth During the 19th Century Pittsburgh, along with all of Western Pennsylvania, has been a vital region of the country since colonization. In the 19th century, it gained prominence as an important manufacturing point and was nicknamed “Iron...
by Kate Oczypok | | Neighborhoods, Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh History, Ross Township
A Brief History of Ross Township Ross Township got its name from prominent Pittsburgh attorney James Ross. He was later a U.S. Senator and personal land lawyer to George Washington. Ross Township’s beginnings started in June 1809, when John McKnight and dozens...
by Kate Oczypok | | Chartiers City, Neighborhoods, Pittsburgh History
Facts about Chartiers City Chartiers (or Chartiers City), was named after Peter Chartier. Chartier was a French and Native American trapper who built a trading post at the mouth of Chartiers Creek in the 1740s. The neighborhood is in the west area of Pittsburgh and...
by Kate Oczypok | | Neighborhoods, Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh History, Wall Borough
A Brief History of Wall Borough Wall is a borough with a population of just 580 as of the 2010 census. The neighborhood has a history dating back to the late 1820s. The community is located on the site of a farm that was bought by James Walls. Walls’ farm was on...
by Kate Oczypok | | Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh History
Brady Stewart Studio; Aerial View of Pittsburgh’s Skyline, 1954; Courtesy of Brady Stewart Studio We all know Pittsburgh has a rich history. Here is the second in a series of memorable Pittsburgh moments—the 1950s. We’ll take you through every decade through...
by Kate Oczypok | | Neighborhoods, Pittsburgh History, Ridgemont
Facts about Ridgemont Ridgemont is a neighborhood in Pittsburgh’s southwest area. It has five borders, including Westwood to the northwest, West End Valley to the north, as well as Green Tree, Banksville and Beechview. Ridgemont has received a grade of A and its...
