REGIONS Pittsburgh and Its Countryside Towering over its three iconic rivers with the wooded countryside in the distance is Pittsburgh’s energetic downtown, humming with excitement and all kinds of activities, from biking and boating to brew pubs and ballet. Here, you’ll find first-rate cultural productions, expertly curated museums, a lauded food scene, and outdoor adventures for all ages. You can find anything—from wineries to wild animals—nestled in one of Pittsburgh’s 90 neighborhoods. Explore gorgeous state parks, historic mansions, and quaint covered bridges, and venture to small towns filled with antique stores, mom-and-pop shops, and home-style eateries. HIGHLIGHTS Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Pittsburgh This historic botanical oasis features seasonal flower displays, the interactive Butterfly Forest, art exhibits, and landscaping classes across its 15 acres and 23 gardens in Schenley Park. Senator John Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh Explore 250 years of Pennsylvania’s past at the largest history museum in the state. In its two-story exhibit Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation , see how people from this region impacted lives around the world through fun, creative, and forward-thinking inventions. The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh Delve into the mind of Pittsburgh native Andy Warhol in this museum devoted to his life and work, showcasing photographs, films, pop art paintings, sculptures, and personal belongings. Create your own masterpiece in The Factory, the onsite art studio. Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, Avella See archeological evidence of inhabitants who lived in this area more than 19,000 years ago, and then explore a recreated 16th-century Monongahela Indian village and a 19th-century historic village to experience past lives first hand. The Maridon Museum, Butler At the only museum in Western Pennsylvania focusing on Chinese and Japanese arts and cultural pieces, marvel at more than 800 art objects, including ancient scrolls, jade and ivory sculptures, intricate tapestries, and landscape paintings. The Jimmy Stuart Museum, Indiana Take a self-guided tour to learn about hometown hero and Hollywood actor Jimmy Stewart at this museum devoted to his childhood, film and military careers, and family life. Buttermilk Falls Natural Area, New Florence Fred Rogers, creator and star of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood , made many childhood visits to this this 48-acre natural area, which was once owned by his grandfather. Hike the trails through woodlands to see wildflowers and a dramatic 45-foot waterfall. Senator John Heinz History Center Pittsburgh Buttermilk Falls Natural Area New Florence 68 visitPA.com * Explore all of Pennsylvania’s regions at visitPA.com/regions TOP TO BOTTOM: RACHELLYNN SCHOEN; ICP&T
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