ABOUT
THIS SITE
This
online version
of the Routes
to Roots guidebook
pinpoints “must
see” sites
and destinations
for travelers
in the Pittsburgh
region
of southwestern
Pennsylvania.
As you explore
the site, you
can learn about
a wide variety
of subjects. Just
click on the menu
on the left of
each screen to
find out more
about:
Art
& Architecture
Fine
arts and crafts,
historic homes
and public buildings
in the region's
industrial towns
Events
A seasonal
calendar of festivals
and folklife activities
Ethnic, occupational, and religious traditions of the region's many cultural groups
Food
Local specialties
to tempt the palate
Industry
Landmark
mills, mines,
railways, and
riverboats from
the region's Century
of Steel
Nature
Outdoor
trails and scenic
spots waiting
to be explored
Shopping
One-of-a-kind
mementos of the
region's ethnic
and industrial
heritage
Phone
ahead!
To help you plan
your trip, we've
included a phone
number for
each site. Call
before you go
for current opening
hours and up-to-date
information.