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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)

Brian_C

Jul 2022

The ride along tour with George was fantastic. Super informative, really interesting and just alot of fun for those who are interested in history.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you for the review. It's more fun for the Guide when the Visitors such as yourselves are interested and informed in History as well.

PatentAlbany

Jul 2022

George was fun and knowledgeable. The tour was chock full of salient history of Pitt and the steel business.

Sheila_S

Jul 2022

Our tour guide, George, was very knowledgeable on everything about the Pittsburgh steel industry past and present. He drove us to many sites including the area where he grew up. His knowledge comes from his experience being right in the middle of everything over the years. He had photos and illustrations. He asked and answered our questions to increase our understanding. We would recommend this tour to anyone interested in the past events that helped make Pittsburgh a great American City.