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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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $125.00

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Tue 24 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)

francy_w

Apr 2021

My family really enjoyed this tour. My boys asked tons of questions and George gave them bits of history each time. This made the tour for us, because we have had bad experiences in the past with sarcastic answers or nonsense after numerous questions. Not a problem here! The guide knew his stuff and explained why things happened. The tour was done in the guides vehicle. It was nice to look at things without having to drive or navigate! You don't actually go into a mill. Most have been torn down. You are taken around to different sites and given history lesson about what was there. Tour takes you over/throw multiple bridges and tunnels and each has a story. Drive by many beautiful Churches and through Carnegie's planned city. History lovers paradise.

H2PDuzz

Apr 2021

George has an immense knowledge of the history of Pittsburgh and an enjoyable way of presenting all he knows. He was able to accommodate a group of bigger than 4. Would recommend to anyone (local or from out of town).

theresalO4939XS

Apr 2021

4 of us thoroughly enjoyed all the information George shared with us! George had been our guide a couple of years ago so we were very excited for him to be our guide again!! If you’re looking for a couple of hours to fill with interesting facts and a good time, this tour and George will fill the bill!