Search for Former Employees

The Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area is looking for African-American men and women who were employed at the Carrie Furnace Plant that was located in the Rankin/Swissvale area, for a documentary they are producing on the plant.  "At that time, the Carrie Furnace plant was the most progressive one (in terms of its treatment of African-Americans)," Ron Baraff, director of Museum Collections and Archives for Rivers of Steel said.  "We want to present a balanced picture of the plant and get everyone's voice and right now, the African-American voice is underrepresented."  The plant was closed in 1982.

In the month of November, Rivers of Steel would like to conduct interviews with former African-American employees.  Those interested in participating in the project can contact Ron Baraff at 412-464-4020 ext. 21, or email rbaraff@riversofsteel.com.