Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc.

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. www.soldiersandsailorshall.org We honor all the men and women of Pennsylvania who serve in the United States military. RAD works here.
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Soldiers & Sailors pays tribute to our military with exhibits from the Civil War to the present.





*Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum is supported in part by the taxpayers of Allegheny County through a public grant from the Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD).

11/30/2025

We are resharing many of our previous Live videos so they remain available to our followers here on Facebook! All of our Live videos (including this one!) are also available on our YouTube channel, as well!

This is a reshare of our November 2023 Spotlight On: The Grand Army of the Republic!

Formed in 1866, The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) became the predominant veterans’ organization following the Civil War. Reaching a peak in 1890 with well over 400,000 members, this fraternal group wielded great political and economic power throughout the northern states. In Pittsburgh the GAR was responsible for conceiving and constructing Soldiers & Sailors in honor of the more than 25,000 veterans from Allegheny County. This program will examine the history of the GAR and will highlight artifacts from our collection.

Soldiers & Sailors would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
11/27/2025

Soldiers & Sailors would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

11/27/2025

We are resharing many of our previous Live videos so they remain available to our followers here on Facebook! All of our Live videos (including this one!) are also available on our YouTube channel, as well!

This is a reshare of our October 2023 Spotlight On: The History of Soldiers & Sailors!

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum has stood as a landmark in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh for more than 110 years. Originally constructed as a memorial to veterans of the Civil War, today Soldiers & Sailors honors veterans from the Civil War through present day from all branches of service. This program will examine the origins and history of the memorial, as well as the creation of the non-profit trust which manages the building and the collection of artifacts today. Join Curator Michael Kraus and Director of Education Tim Neff to learn all about Soldiers & Sailors and many of the interesting stories and events that have taken place in and around this historic structure.

We will be closing at 3 PM today, November 26th, in preparation of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Friday, N...
11/26/2025

We will be closing at 3 PM today, November 26th, in preparation of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Friday, November 28th at 10 AM!

11/25/2025

We are resharing many of our previous Live videos so they remain available to our followers here on Facebook! All of our Live videos (including this one!) are also available on our YouTube channel, as well!

This is a reshare of our September 2023 Spotlight On: The Allegheny Arsenal!

In 1814 the Federal Government established a new manufacturing and distribution center named Allegheny Arsenal in Lawrenceville a few miles up the Allegheny River from downtown Pittsburgh. During the Civil War high demand for ammunition escalated production at the arsenal and opportunities arose, particularly for women who found employment rolling cartridges. On September 17, 1862 a series of explosions occurred in the workshops and 78 workers perished. This program will examine the history of the Allegheny Arsenal and will highlighted artifacts from the museum’s collection related to this nationally historical site.

11/22/2025

We are resharing many of our previous Live videos so they remain available to our followers here on Facebook! All of our Live videos (including this one!) are also available on our YouTube channel, as well!

This is a reshare of our August 2023 Spotlight On: U.S. Coast Guard!

Every year, August 4th is celebrated as the U.S. Coast Guard Birthday, commemorating the military organization for its valor and discipline. Since 1790, they have kept the nation’s waterways safe, playing a critical role in national security. This program will feature Michael D. Evanish, CDR, USCG (ret.), who will speak about his experiences while serving in the Coast Guard. He will also present a brief history of the Coast Guard, including key milestones and iconic events. Also highlighted will be artifacts from the museum’s collection related to this branch of the U.S. Military.

11/19/2025

We are resharing many of our previous Live videos so they remain available to our followers here on Facebook! All of our Live videos (including this one!) are also available on our YouTube channel, as well!

This is a reshare of our July 2023 Spotlight On: "A Civil War Husband" and the 100th PA Infantry Regiment!

"A Civil War Husband" is a first-hand account of life as a soldier told through the letters of Thomas D. Nelson, member of the 100th Pennsylvania Infantry “Roundheads”. In his own words, Thomas details camp life through the food they ate, people he met, and impressions of the towns and surrounding countryside, prayer meetings, and much more. This program will feature author of “A Civil War Husband” Cindy Crytzer who is the great great granddaughter of Thomas D. Nelson. Also highlighted will be artifacts from the Soldiers & Sailors’ collection related to the 100th PA Infantry Regiment.

11/16/2025

We are resharing many of our previous Live videos so they remain available to our followers here on Facebook! All of our Live videos (including this one!) are also available on our YouTube channel, as well!

This is a reshare of our June 2023 Spotlight On: Historic Flags!

Each year we celebrate Flag Day in this country on June 14th. This program will look at the significance of this date and the history behind the American flag. A number of historical artifacts from the museum’s collection will be highlighted as we look at the stories and symbolism behind each one. All types of flags will be examined including American flags, battle, signal, captured, commemorative and more. Join us as we “Rally Round the Flag” in preparation for this year’s Flag Day.

11/13/2025

Originally established as a distinct branch of the Army in 1861 (alongside the infantry and artillery), the name “cavalry” continues to be used as a designation for various specific United States Army formations and functions. This program will examine the history of the United States Cavalry beginning with horse-mounted troops of the Civil War through the armored and air units that comprise the modern military. This program will highlight artifacts from the museum’s collection and stories about the contributions of individuals from Western Pennsylvania.

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11/13/2025

We are resharing many of our previous Live videos so they remain available to our followers here on Facebook! All of our Live videos (including this one!) are also available on our YouTube channel, as well!

This is a reshare of our May 2025 Spotlight On: Memorial Day: Remember the Fallen!

Do you know the origins and significance of Memorial Day? Ahead of this year's holiday, join us to learn about the many ways that our country and its local communities have paid tribute to those who gave their “last full measure of devotion.” We will be joined by Mark Hauser, PhD from the Department of History at Carnegie Mellon University. He will examine the changes of patterns in memorialization through the years. Artifacts and stories from the museum’s collection that are relevant to remembering our fallen will also be highlighted.

The team here at Soldiers & Sailors would like to wish everyone a Happy Veterans Day! We'd also like to extend our grati...
11/11/2025

The team here at Soldiers & Sailors would like to wish everyone a Happy Veterans Day! We'd also like to extend our gratitude to all veterans and military families. Thank you for all that you do!

In celebration of Veterans Days, the museum will be open free to the public from 10am to 7pm on Tuesday, November 11th (that's TODAY!). Come see our front lawn filled with flags with a special illumination after dark!

Our hill will be filled with flags through the month of November. Check out our website at https://www.soldiersandsailorshall.org/donate/thank-you-for-helping-us-fill-the-hill/ to see the names of all of the veterans who have been honored so far this year!

11/11/2025

We are resharing many of our previous Live videos so they remain available to our followers here on Facebook! All of our Live videos (including this one!) are also available on our YouTube channel, as well!

This is a reshare of our October 2025 Spotlight On: The United States Navy!

Originally established by the Continental Congress to disrupt British supply lines, the United States Navy protects American interests at sea and works to keep the world’s oceans free and open. Initially known as the Continental Navy, this branch of the military will be celebrating its 250th Birthday on October 13th, 2025. This program will examine artifacts and stories from our collection related to the United States Navy and highlight our new state-of-art exhibit which was installed earlier this year and is a part of our ongoing exhibit redesign project.

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4141 5th Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA
15213

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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(412) 621-4253

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