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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

Fri 27 Dec

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Starting at $125.00

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Fri 27 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)

Jane_E

Feb 2022

Great time with George, our guide. We enjoyed hearing stories and visiting various places in Homestead.

Response from Host

Feb 2022

Always a challenge engaging informed people from the area who may already be familiar with the Valleys. Glad you thought it was time well-spent. Thank you for the review.

Diane_T

Jan 2022

George was great!!! He is so interesting. I never saw my 17 year old grandson so happy. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience.

Joanne_F

Jan 2022

Loved hearing and seeing the history of the steel city and lots of fun trivia along the way too. George is a great guide. Highly recommend for the all the history, trivia and Pittsburgh info!

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Glad you liked the Tour. As you know, I was enjoying your interest so much it was a challenge for me to end it. Thank you for the review.