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Senator John Heinz History CentervsCarnegie Science Center
Both are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Senator John Heinz History Center is preferred by most professionals compared to Carnegie Science Center. Senator John Heinz History Center ranks #4 in Pittsburgh with praise from 5 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Afar Magazine and Michelin Guide.
Senator John Heinz History Center
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine Michelin Guide
1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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Fodor's "Located in the Strip District, the center features the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, as well as exhibits on the history of glass, Lewis & Clark, and Pittsburgh's diverse ethnic heritage." Full review
Lonely Planet "Local history and lore is shared with verve and color – there's even an exhibit dedicated to children's TV host and native son Fred Rogers." Full review
Travel + Leisure "For a truly comprehensive story of Pittsburgh’s beginnings, industrial might, decline, and rebirth, head to the Heinz History Center." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This massive renovated 1898 warehouse with its vaulted brick ceilings, heavy wooden beams and iron braces opened as the history center in 1996." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Senator John Heinz History Center, located in the Strip District, is a fantastic way to gain greater knowledge of and appreciation for local history, from a number of different perspectives." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This massive renovated warehouse (1898) with its vaulted brick ceilings, heavy wooden beams and iron braces opened as the history centre in 1996." Full review
Carnegie Science Center Fodor's Michelin Guide
One Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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Fodor's "The Carnegie Science Center has a planetarium, a World War II submarine, more than 250 hands-on science exhibits, and a four-story Omnimax theater." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Set on the north bank of the Ohio River, this science museum with a contemporary design offers expansive views of the river and the Pittsburgh skyline." Full review
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On the second floor, be sure to visit the Planetarium and see the Miniature Railroad and Village with its 100 animated pieces.
