Steel City Time Machine

Steel City Time Machine is the best app to learn about the history of Pittsburgh.

Explore Pittsburgh's history like never before with interactive features that bring its past to life. Whether you're a lifelong Yinzer or just discovering Pittsburgh for the first time, this app lets you dive deep into the stories, landmarks, and moments that shaped the city.

ON THIS DAY
Discover fascinating events that happened on today’s date throughout Pittsburgh’s history. From industrial booms to legendary sports moments, each day has a new story to tell!

SNAPSHOT
View a featured historical photo of Pittsburgh every day. See rare images of the city’s transformation over the decades, from bustling steel mills to iconic bridges.

TIMELINE
Travel through more than 250 years of Pittsburgh’s history with an interactive timeline. Explore key moments in sports, industry, innovation, and culture that made the city what it is today!

BOOKMARKS
Save your favorite historical events and photos to revisit later. Build your own collection of Pittsburgh’s past and share your discoveries with friends.