Glass, Steel, and Aluminum industries were the economic growth engines for the A-K river valley towns that grew in the shadow of Pittsburgh, attracting entrepreneurs, immigrant labor, and union organizers. You are invited to join in the efforts of the Allegheny-Kiski Valley Historical Society to preserve and celebrate the unique history of this region.
MUSEUM HOURS
Museum Open Regular Hours:
Wednesday and Saturday
12noon – 3pm (unless otherwise noted)
or by appointment.
Contact us at 724-224-7666
UPCOMING EVENTS 2024
BOARD GAME NIGHT IS BACK
April 24th, Wednesday Nights
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fun Times! Fun Games! Meet New Friends!
“The History of Glass in Western Pennsylvania”
April 28th, Sunday
2:00 p.m.
Speaker: The Hobo Historian
“The History of Glass in Western Pennsylvania”
Free/no needed for RSVP.
Scrapbook at the Museum 2024 SCHEDULE
April 3rd, May 1st, June 5th
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
We invite you to enjoy scrapbooking in a unique & creative atmosphere. Bring your own scrapbooking supplies or trade with a friend! We have ample space & large rectangular 6 or 8 foot tables as well as smaller square tables.
Series will continue on the 1st Wednesday of every month
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STAYCATION FAIR
May 11th, Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Plan your 2024 vacation at the first annual Alle Kiski Valley Staycation Fair. Free entry with a chance to win prizes.
We will host over 20 non profits such as historical sites and public libraries to showcase our wonderful opportunities here in the AK Valley.
New Kensington Camera Club
at the AKVHS Heritage Museum
May 19th, Sunday: Photo Walk, 2-5pm
The NKCC will walk around the museum and talk pictures.
June 23rd, Sunday: Exhibit and Reception
We will hold a reception for the Photo Walk Exhibit opening. Free and the public is welcome.
Refreshments of cake, coffee and pop
Exhibit runs June 23rd – July 31st.
FLEA-TIQUE
2024 Schedule
May 19 / June 16 / July 21
Aug. 18 / Sept. 15 / Oct. 20
A-K Heritage Museum, a beautiful 1931 Art Deco Building in Tarentum – the cobalt blue glass walls in the ballroom – the murals that tell the story of the home front during WWII – the aluminum collection from the world’s first production plant for aluminum – the Tarentum Glass collection – and much more.
Donate or Join to be a member and support our AKVHS non-profit.
akvhs.org 