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Fire in the Valley- Carnegie Steel and the Town That Built America

Fire in the Valley- Carnegie Steel and the Town That Built America

Overview

Pittsburgh's Steel Valley along the Monongahela River made the steel which built America and fueled the Arsenal of Democracy for two World Wars. It was also the site of the Battle of Homestead 9 July 1892, the most consequential armed confrontation between workers and company-employed strikebreakers in American History.

City: Pittsburgh

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $125.00

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Wed 25 Dec

Starting at $125.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Private transportation

Certified guide

Extraordinary extensive personal narration the length of the Experience

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Homestead

As the location of the largest steel mill on the planet, this town played an essential role in the story of not just America but the entire industrial world. Presidents, Royalty, and even Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev made to pilgrimage to the "Steel Capital of the World".

Braddock

Carnegie Steel's Edgar Thomson Works of the United States Steel Corporation continues to operate as the last remaining steel works in the once mighty Monongahela Valley. You'll stop to see the monument to the last slab rolled and the first slab cast before pausing to salute Joe Magarac, the Croatian Folk Hero of the Steelworker.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (82)

simon_l

May 2022

Taking a tour with George was the best thing we did in Pittsburgh. He gave us a great overview of the city with lots of funny stories. His family goes back several generations there and he obviously loves the place.

Response from Host

May 2022

With so many great things to do in Pittsburgh, I'm truly flattered you thought our time together was the best. Thank you for the review and for letting me be your Guide.

SallyAKJ

May 2022

Four of us came for a baseball game & decided at the last minute to take this tour. We had SO much fun. George is a wealth of knowledge, entertaining and made sure we came away with a thirst to learn more. His historic roots & love for Pittsburgh was infectious. Take the tour, you won’t be sorry. Oh, and do your best to stump him 😁 … we love you George!

SDScottYbo

May 2022

We were in town to see the Padres play the Pirates and wanted to learn more about a city that helped build America. The Fire in the Valley Tour was much different and much more than we could have expected. George gives you the history of Pittsburgh with personal stories he learned from his family. You will see and learn things no other tour could provide. George himself made the tour. He makes it interactive, humorous and extremely interesting. We learned so much about the history and a lot of tidbits about modern-day Pittsburgh. He is an excellent tour guide and an extremely nice man. My wife lost her phone on the tour and he was getting ready to backtrack the route after his last tour, before I contacted him and told him we located it. George thank you! The tour was the highlight of our trip and we will definitely be back to your beautiful city.

Response from Host

May 2022

Thank you for the review Scott. It was my pleasure. Your compliments slightly assuage the sting of the Padres winning two out of three at home. And St. Joseph told me he was going to call about the phone but his battery was low. Looking forward to your return.