Local Flavor

Local Landmark: Catahecassa Springs in Schenley Park

By Lindsay Patross | May 15, 2019

From public spring-fed water fountain to local landmark, a brief history of the Catahecassa monument in Schenley Park.

Meet the Sisters Behind Houses of PGH

By Emily Slagel | May 10, 2019

The popular Instagram account (@HousesOfPGH, 13k followers) explores the diverse exteriors of homes found right here in Pittsburgh. Submit your own photos using their hashtag: #HousesOfPGH.

Thu. April 18 at Franklin & Mercer: taco truck, beer & ceramics

By Aadam Soorma | April 17, 2019

The Lawrenceville-based menswear shop is celebrating ‘Third Thursday’ on April 18 with PGH Taco Truck, complimentary Iron City Beer and Jowdy Ceramics.

Celebrate Record Store Day with the Vinylphiles of Pittsburgh

By Stephanie Brea | April 12, 2019

Celebrate Record Store Day in Pittsburgh and take your records for a spin at Cousins Lounge or sign up for a DJ slot at New Am thanks to PGH Record Night.

Allison Howard

Bedsheets Backed by Science

By Danielle Commisso | April 8, 2019

Get to know Nollapelli; a textile startup that works while you sleep. Here’s how Allison Howard engineered the smartest fabric in town.

Pittsburgh Neighborhood Yard Sales

Their Trash, Your Treasure: Guide to Pittsburgh Neighborhood Yard Sales

By Lindsay Patross | April 5, 2019

Everyone knows a hoarder. Tell ’em to bookmark this one for later. Our comprehensive guide to Pittsburgh’s Neighborhood Yard Sales is ripe for pickin.

Navigate the Pittsburgh Vintage Mixer Home Show Like A Champ

By Jessa Gibboney | March 28, 2019

Founders Bess, Jason and Michael share tips to gain the most out of your shopping experience. Join them at Teamsters Hall in Lawrenceville on April 6.

The mystery of this Bywater plot of land: a plantation, an asylum, public housing and then?

By Matt Haines | March 28, 2019

In this “park” was once a spectacular example of the early-19th century colonial Creole plantations.

The most challenging Escape Room exists in Homestead

By Emma Diehl | March 20, 2019

The popular ‘group puzzle challenge’ built their Carnegie’s Millions site around a 10,000+ lb door (into a former bank vault). Gather up some friends; here’s what you can expect.

Gallery: The Craftiest of Costumes on the Catwalk of the Bourbon Street Awards on Mardi Gras Day

By Matt Haines | March 6, 2019

The best costumes come out on Mardi Gras.