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Pittsburgh Project
Amusement Parks
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Kennywood (www.kennywood.com) |
Official site of
Kennywood amusement park. Includes history of individual rides
and roller coasters, as well as statistical information. Also
contains a general history of the park. |
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Sandcastle
Waterpark (www.sandcastlewaterpark.com) |
Official site of
Sandcastle. Features a brief history, park map, and
descriptions of popular attractions. Also includes a web-cam
slide show. |
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Arts
(Please Note: Many of the "Arts" links have
been moved to a new page, "Local Arts and Entertainment." This page
can be referenced through the "Reference
Desk" page.)
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Benedum Center (www.pgharts.org/venues/
benedum.cfm) |
This site is sponsored by the
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. Traces the history of the theatre
since 1927 when it was built as the Stanley Theatre. Lists
important facts about the theatre including restoration
measures and architectural masterpieces. |
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Heinz Hall (www.pittsburghsymphony.org
/pghsymph.nsf/web
/history.html) |
This site is sponsored by the Pittsburgh
Symphony Orchestra. Gives a chronological history of the
theatre. Traces the transition from Loew's Penn Theater to
Heinz Hall. |
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Bridges
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Association
for Bridge Construction & Design -- Pittsburgh
Chapter
(www.abcdpittsburgh.org) |
The purpose of this association is to
"Educate bridge designers, constructors, federal, state, and local
officials, as well as the general public in the vital role of
safe bridges in our society." |
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Bridges
& Tunnels of Allegheny County and Pittsburgh
(http://pghbridges.com) |
This site seeks to
document the "City (and County) of Bridges (and Tunnels)." It
offers tours, structure information, terminology and much
more. |
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Buildings
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Cathedral of Learning (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121991) |
The Cathedral of Learning is located on the University of
Pittsburgh's campus in Oakland and was constructed in the neo-gothic
style. This site from skyscrapers.com offers facts and
figures about this building. |
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Cathedral of Learning
(www.umc.pitt.edu/tour/tour-080.html) |
This webpage from the University of Pittsburgh's website tells
how the building was funded, what departments use the building, the
location of the building on a campus map and an interesting bit of
trivia about the building. |
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Fifth Avenue Place (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121964) |
The pyramidal roof on the top of Fifth Avenue Place consists of
four individual prisms clad in granite. This site from
skyscrapers.com offers facts and figures about this building. |
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Fifth Avenue Place
(www.fifthavenueplacepa.com
/complex.htm |
The building's website provides information about the historical
background, exterior architecture and interior design of this unique
building. |
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Grant Building (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121989) |
For many years the beacon on the top of the Grant Building
located in downtown Pittsburgh spelled out P-I-T-T-S-B-U-R-G-H in
morse code. This site from skyscrapers.com offers facts and
figures about this building. |
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Gulf Building (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121981) |
This building, located in the Golden Triangle neighborhood of
downtown Pittsburgh, was built on the site of the first oil refinery
in the United States. This site from skyscrapers.com offers
facts and figures about this building. |
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Heinz Chapel (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/157328) |
Heinz Chapel, located at the University of Pittsburgh in
Oakland, is one of the most profound examples of French Gothic
architecture in the United States. This site from
skyscrapers.com offers facts and figures about this building. |
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The University of Pittsburgh’s website gives brief information
about the chapel as wells as it’s location on a campus map and a
large, detailed image of the chapel. |
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One Mellon Center (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121897) |
This high-rise building, located in the Golden Triangle
neighborhood of downtown Pittsburgh, is made of steel. This
site from skyscrapers.com offers facts and figures about this
building. |
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One Oxford Center (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121927) |
This high-rise building, located on Grant Street in downtown
Pittsburgh is 187 meters high and is constructed in the modern
style. This site from skyscrapers.com offers facts and figures
about this building. |
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PPG Place (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121943) |
PPG place, located in the Golden Triangle neighborhood of
Pittsburgh, consists of 231 glass spires. This site from
skyscrapers.com offers facts and figures about this building. |
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PPG Place (www.ppgplace.com/
building_notes.shtml) |
This website provides architectural information, information
about the plaza and the wintergarden and a slideshow with different
views of the interior and exterior of the building. |
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Saint Paul Cathedral (www.catholic-church.org/st.paulcathedralpgh
/current/main-hist-1.shtml) |
This cathedral, located in Oakland, is constructed in the
neo-gothic style. This is the official website of St. Paul
Cathedral in Pittsburgh. |
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Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121992) |
This cathedral, located in downtown Pittsburgh, is made of
sandstone and granite in the Flemish Gothic style. This site
from skyscrapers.com offers facts and figures about this
building. |
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Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
(www.trinitycathedralpgh.org
/TrinityPages/History.html) |
The cathedral's website provides a timeline of the development
of the cathedral. |
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US Steel Tower
(www.chiefengineer.org
/content/content_display.cfm
/seqnumber_content/1386.htm) |
This article written by one of the members of The Chief
Engineers Association provides copious information about the
building and several photos of the interior and exterior of the
building. |
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US Steel Tower
(www.skyscrapers.com
/re/en/wm/bu/121986/) |
The US Steel Tower, located in the Golden
Triangle area of downtown Pittsburgh, has been the tallest building
in the city since its completion in 1970. This site from
skyscrapers.com offers facts and figures about this
building. |
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Culture
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Allegheny-Kiski
Historical Society
(www.akvhs.org) |
The Allegheny-Kiski Valley
Historical Society's mission is "to preserve and celebrate the
unique history of the [Allegheny-Kiski Valley] region."
This site offers a historical database, a Chronicle page and a
Fleatique Page, describing some of the Antique and Flea Markets in
the Western Pa area. |
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Bulgarian-Macedonian National Education
and
Cultural Center (www.bmnecc.org) |
The mission of the BMNECC is
"to preserve, perpetuate, and present the rich cultural heritage of
the Bulgarian and Macedonian people. This site gives a
description of the non-profit organization, as well as a calendar of
events, and information about their gift shop. |
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Cultural District
(www.culturaldistrict.org
/index.aspx) |
Use this website to find out the history of
the district as well as a map, seating charts for the Benedum
Center, Byham Theater and O'Reilly Theater and to purchase
tickets. |
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Pittsburgh
Cultural
Trust
(www.pgharts.org) |
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
is "a nonprofit organization created to stimulate the economic and
cultural development of Pittsburgh through the development and
promotion of a downtown arts and entertainment district." This
iste offers a history of the trust, information on the staff and a
Frequently Asked Questions page. |
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University of
Pittsburgh's Nationality Rooms
(www.pitt.edu/~natrooms) |
Part of the University of Pittsburgh's web
site. Offers a virtual tour which goes room by room with
colored pictures of full room and of certain important
details. Also gives audio or text details of each room.
Includes general history of the Nationality
Rooms. |
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Emergency Services
(Emergency Services have been
moved to the "Community Links"
page.)
Miscellaneous
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Allegheny Cemetery (www.alleghenycemetery.com) |
Official site of the Allegheny
Cemetery located on Butler Street. Explores the various
historical structures that can be found on the grounds. Also
includes a chronological history and a map of the
cemetery. |
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B-25 Bomber in
Monogahela River
(www.sennex.com/B25) |
Provides information on the bomber aircraft,
the history of what supposedly happened, the mystery of where the
bomber is now and how you can help. Also offers maps,
press articles and information about the B-52 Recovery
group. |
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Heinz Corporation
(www.heinz.com) |
Official site of the Heinz Corp.
Offers a complete archive of product news and information.
Includes a corporate history, annual report and tour
information. |
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Pittsburgh
International Airport
(www.pitairport.com/
AboutUsServlet?option=pit_factsheet) |
Pittsburgh International
Airport (PIT) "is a world-class facility that accommodates nearly 20
million travelers in nearly 450,000 aircraft operations per
year." Their site offers information about their history,
their board members and an airport guide. Also includes a fact
sheet. |
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Museums
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Andy Warhol
Museum
(www.warhol.org) |
Official site of the
Andy Warhol Museum. Provides information on all of the
exhibits, both permanent and temporary. Also gives details
about film, video and art collections. |
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Carnegie Museum of
Art (www.cmoa.org) |
Provides information on all of
the exhibits as well as highlights of its collection. |
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Carnegie Museum
of Natural History (www.carnegiemuseums.org
/cmnh) |
Provides information
on what's new, programs and press releases. Has in-depth
details of the individual exhibits as well as nine online
exhibits. |
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Carnegie
Science Center
(www.carnegie
sciencecenter.org) |
Official site of
the Carnegie Science Center. Offers a detailed history of
the Center. Also provides information on exhibits, events, and
educational programs. |
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Frick Art and
Historical Center (www.frickart.org/home) |
Provides a detailed
history of the museum itself, Henry Clay Frick and his wife, Helen
Clay Frick. Also gives details about Clayton mansion, the car
and carriage museum, the greenhouse and the
grounds. |
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Heinz History
Center (www.pghhistory.org) |
Offical site of the
History Center located in the Strip District. Offers a history
of the museum, details about each of the exhibits and links to
history websites. |
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Mattress Factory
(www.mattress.org) |
The Mattress Factory is "a
museum of contemporary art that presents art that you can get into
-- room-sized environments, created by in-residence artists."
This site gives information on the museum and some of the prominent
exhibits within the museum. |
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Pittsburgh
Children's Museum (www.pittsburghkids.org) |
Official site of the
Children's Museum. Provides a complete history of the
museum. Includes details about all exhibits offered by the
museum. |
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Regional Parks
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Audubon Society of
Western Pennsylvania (www.aswp.org) |
The mission of the Audubon
Society of Western Pennsylvania is "to inspire and educate the
people of southwestern Pennsylvania to be respectful and responsible
stewards of the natural world." This site offers information
on birding and conservation, as well as, an events calendar and
online nature store. |
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Pittsburgh Parks
Conservatory (www.pittsburghparks.org) |
Provides history, news, and
events of the conservatory. Includes history, news and events
of four different city parks as well. |
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Point State Park
(http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks
/parks/point.aspx) |
Includes an overall history of the
park. Also provides information on the remaining structures of
Ft. Pitt and the fountain. |
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Regions
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Downtown
(www.clpgh.org/exhibit
/neighborhoods
/downtown/down_n.html) |
This site is sponsored by the
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Gives a brief history of the
Downtown area of Pittsburgh. Also includes information on Fort
Pitt, the Point and the Great Fire of 1845. |
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Hill District
(www.clpgh.org/exhibit
/neighborhoods
/hill/hill_n.html) |
This site is sponsored by the
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Gives a brief history of the
Hill District. Provides information on landmarks and
institutions, such as Greenlee Field, the Irene Kaufmann settlement,
and the Hill House Association. |
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North Side
(www.clpgh.org/exhibit
/neighborhoods
/northside/nor_n.html) |
This site is sponsored by the
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Provides a brief history of
Pittsburgh's North Side. Discusses such institutions as the
historic Expostion Park and the modern Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie
Science Center and National Aviary. |
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Discover the history and
vision of Pittsburgh's South Side. This website provides historical
information, a map of the area, a calendar of events and links to
area shops and restaurants. |
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Strip District
(www.clpgh.org/exhibit
/neighborhoods/strip
/strip_n.html)
or go to
(www.neighborsinthestrip.com) |
This site is sponsored by the Carnegie
Library of Pittsburgh. Provides a brief history of
Pittsburgh's Strip District. Includes information on the Mills
and foundries, and the rare and exotic items you can buy at the
strip. |
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Sports
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Pittsburgh
Penguins
(www.pittsburghpenguins.com) |
Official site of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Provides
information about the team, schedules, statistics, news, multimedia
(webcam and photos) and tickets. |
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Pittsburgh Pirates
(pirates.mlb.com) |
Official site of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Provides
statistics, player profiles, news, game schedules, history and
community information. |
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Pittsburgh
Steelers (www.steelers.com) |
Official site of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Provides
information on game schedules, statistics, team roster, depth charts
and history. |
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Stadiums and Arenas
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Heinz Field
(http://pittsburgh.about.com/cs/
steelers/a/heinz_field_2.htm) |
This page is provided by
about.com. Offers special features, statistics and more
essential resources. |
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This website by a sports
enthusiast provides a lot of facts, statistics and pictures of the
stadium. |
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Mellon Arena
(www.mellonarena.com) |
Provides an extensive history
of the arena. Also includes information on upcoming events,
seating, and corporate details. |
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This website maintained by an
avid sports fan offers factual, historical and statistical data
about the hockey arena. |
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Get facts, stats, pictures and a
bibliography of other sources about this beautiful
ballpark. |
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PNC Park (pittsburgh.pirates.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb
/pit/ballpark/pit_ballpark_history.jsp
) |
This site is part of the Pittsburgh Pirates'
official website Gives an in-depth overview of the park, a
Photo Gallery and ground rules. |
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Transportation
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Web
Site |
Description |
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This website offers information about "the
city's official sightseeing boat" such as the history of the Gateway
Clipper, safety guidelines, event schedules and ticket
information. |
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Inclines
(web.presby.edu
/~jtbell/transit
/Pittsburgh/Inclines) |
This site offers information
on inclines, in general, and more specific information on the two
Pittsburgh inclines, the Monongahela and the Duquesne. Also
provides pictures of the views, cars, stations and much
more. |
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More Inclines (members.tripod.com/
~riid/inclines.html) |
This site is sponsored by Pittsburgh
Railways Online. Contains a document featuring why inclines
are in Pittsburgh, the Golden Age of inclines, a timeline and
information on each of the two
inclines. |
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Walking Tours/Historical
Landmarks
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Web
Sites |
Description |
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This page from the Greater Pittsburgh
Convention and Visitors Bureau’s website offers information and
links to different types of tours that are available throughout the
city. |
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Pittsburgh History
Landmarks Foundation
(www.phlf.org) |
Provides brief history of the
Foundation as well as news, tours, and events. Also provides
work sheets and slide shows. |
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Walking Tours of
Pittsburgh (www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/wt/
html/walking_tours_main.html) |
This site is sponsored by the
Pittsburgh Department of City Planning. Provides information
about historic districts, such as the Mexican War Streets,
Manchester, and Allegheny West. Each area is discussed by
location, community, history and styles. |
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More Walking Tours
of Pittsburgh (trfn.clpgh.org/pgh/walking.html) |
This site is sponsored by the Carnegie
Library of Pittsburgh. Provides self-guided tours, such as the
Strip District and the Pittsburgh Trail. Also includes
information on other tours, such as Molly's Trolleys and Just Ducky
Tours. |
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Zoo, Aviaries and Conservatories
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Web
Site |
Description |
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Learn about the history, exhibits and
architectural design of the planetarium. Biographies of astronomers
and scientists as well as news about the planetarium, astronomy and
earth and space sciences can also be found at this
site. |
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National Aviary
(www.aviary.org) |
Official site of the National
Aviary. Provides a history of the aviary as well as event and
ticket information. Also provides facts about the birds in the
collection and an FAQ about birds. |
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Phipps
Conservatory (www.phipps.
conservatory.org) |
Official site of Phipps
Conservatory. Offers a virtual tour and information about
plant collection, history, garden center library, exhibits, events
and educational classes. |
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Pittsburgh Zoo
and Aquarium
(www.pittsburghzoo.com/) |
Official site of the Pittsburgh Zoo and
Aquarium. Provides a brief description of the naturalistic
habitats found within the zoo and aquarium. Also includes
"look up an animal" and "ask a zoo keeper". |
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Western
Pennsylvania Conservancy (www.paconserve.org) |
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy's mission
is "to connect people to nature through ecological science and land
conservation." This extensive site provides information on
Falling Water, community conservation and other ongoing
projects. |
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Ancient
Civilizations
|
Web
Site |
Description |
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History for Kids!
(www.historyforkids.org) |
A
wonderful site for learning about ancient medicine, food, clothing,
religion and many other aspects of daily life in ancient
civilizations. An
internal search engine allows you to find information within the
website quickly and easily. |
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KidsClick! Ancient
World (www.kidsclick.org
/cgi-bin/searchkids.pl?searchtype=subject&keywords=ancient
+world&title=Ancient+World) |
Public
librarians in Middletown, NY, compiled this list of websites about
ancient civilizations.
The websites are listed alphabetically with brief
descriptions to help you find the right site for your
topic. |
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ODYSSEY online (carlos.emory.edu/ODYSSEY
/MidElem_Home.html) |
This site offers information about the
people, mythology, daily life, death and burial, writing and
archaeology of the ancient civilizations of the Near East, Egypt,
Greece, Rome and Africa.
Pictures of ancient artifacts can be downloaded and printed
for reports. |
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Fact Monster
(www.factmonster.com/ipka
/A0001206.html) |
Ancient languages, people, countries and
cities are described in detail with many cross-references and
bibliographies. |
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Homework Help from the Carnegie Library of
Pittsburgh
School Subject
Links:
General
Homework
Megasites
Science
&
Technology
Social
Studies
Math
Arts
Language
Arts
Inventions
and Science
Projects
African
American Resources
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Schools in the Fox Chapel Area:
O'Hara Elementary
School - www.fcasd.edu/schools/ohara
Dorseyville Middle School - www.fcasd.edu/schools/dms
Fox Chapel High School - www.fcasd.edu/schools/high_school
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