Rivers of Steel showcases the artistry and innovation of southwestern Pennsylvania’s industrial and cultural heritage by fostering dynamic initiatives and transformative experiences.
Artistry. Industry. Innovation.
The team at Rivers of Steel is deeply saddened by the loss of two men and 10 workers injured in the August 11 explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works in the Monongahela Valley. We honor their commitment to hard work and their dedication to the industry.
Things to Do
Tours, workshops, special events—there is always something fresh to do with Rivers of Steel!
Inspired by the legacy of iron-making at the Carrie Blast Furnaces, Rivers of Steel’s Metal Arts program offers educational workshops, public demonstrations, and team-building experiences highlighting foundry work.
Digging into the history of southwestern Pennsylvania and sharing themed itineraries filled with museums, attractions, collections, and sites, Rivers of Steel crafted a series of articles that offer innumerable ways to explore the Heritage Area.
Attractions
Visit, learn, and experience all five of the Rivers of Steel attractions that showcase the artistry and innovation of our region’s rich heritage.
Docked on Pittsburgh’s North Shore, an excursion on Explorer offers unparalleled opportunities to experience the beauty and history of Pittsburgh from its majestic rivers.
Site of the 1892 Battle of Homestead and a key part of the U.S. Steel Homestead Steel Works
This time capsule of America’s industrial heritage embodies the “can-do” spirit of early 20th-century craftsmen.
The Bost Building serves as the Visitors’ Center for the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area and offers exhibits on the region’s industrial and cultural heritage.
Rivers of Steel’s signature event returns October 4 with Pittsburgh’s most dramatic iron pour, hands-on workshops, live music, heritage crafts, food, fireworks, and more. Homestead, PA (September 16, 2025) —…
Step inside the W.A. Young & Son’s Machine Shop in Rice’s Landing, Pennsylvania, and it feels as if the machinists just set down their tools for lunch. The belts still…
For a limited time, becoming a Rivers of Steel member comes with an extra spark! From September 20–30, new members will receive complimentary tickets to the Festival of Combustion 2025,…
