Ancestry

Marquis de Lafayette was a French aristocrat and military officer who was a close associate of George Washington during the American Revolution and a leader of the liberal movement during the French Revolution. He was also a strong supporter of the eradication of slavery and the advancement of human rights. He was commissioned as an ... Read more

Lafayette's Tour Marker. Click for full size.

The rise and fall of an iconic PA roadside attraction.

Allegheny County Courthouse & Jail

size: 18x12in Art Print: Courthouse, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania : Artists

Click here to see 15 old photos of Pittsburgh, dating back to the 1800s, that offer a glimpse into the city's rich history.

The original downtown Pittsburgh Kaufmann's with free-standing clock.

1776 Fort Pitt in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Stroll back in time to the 1900s when the Pirates played at Forbes Field and everyone went to Kaufmann's. Here's what Pittsburgh looked like 100 years ago.

Coffin's Grove Stagecoach House, also known as the Henry Baker House, is a historic building located west of Manchester, Iowa, United States. Coffin's Grove was named for Clement Coffin who settled in the area in 1840. His son-in-law Henry Baker joined him the following year. The house was built in 1855 to accommodate the increase in travelers passing through the area. It served as a hotel, post office and the second floor was used for community functions like dances. The two-story Colonial...