Rivers of Steel celebrates Pittsburgh’s steel legacy through immersive experiences that inspire, educate, and connect.
Artistry. Industry. Innovation.
Experience Rivers of Steel
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.
Visit the Bost Building in Homestead to see Paintable Pittsburgh: The Art of Henry Koerner exhibition from April 24-July 31, 2026
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.
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.
Collaboration prepares for the next voyage for the Explorer Vessel, one of Pittsburgh’s Iconic Riverboats PITTSBURGH, PA – October 2026 – On October 29, 2026, Three Rivers Waterkeeper purchased the…
Rivers of Steel Heritage Corporation—managers of the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area—is seeking a Temporary, Part-Time Metal Arts Apprentice to support our dynamic and hands-on Metal Arts program. This…
What can the story of southwestern Pennsylvania's steel industry teach us about the people we are today? It's a question that takes on particular meaning at the Carrie Blast Furnaces,…
