Fort Pitt Museum to host symposium as part of America’s 250th anniversary commemoration
On Saturday, the Fort Pitt Museum, is hosting the “1776 Symposium: The Revolution in the West,” from noon to 6 p.m.
The “1776 Symposium” will explore the people, conflicts, material culture, and pivotal moments that shaped the American Revolution and the western frontier through presentations by leading historians, authors, and historical interpreters.
Guests will hear from visiting speakers and Fort Pitt Museum staff throughout the day, with opportunities between sessions to explore the museum’s exhibitions, including “Pittsburgh’s Revolution,” which explores Western Pennsylvania’s role in the founding of the United States through rare artifacts, compelling stories, and Revolutionary-era objects.
Advance registration is recommended. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit heinzhistorycenter.org/events.