Soldiers & Sailors “Gettysburg 150, Travel Back in Time” at Home and Garden Show
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. today announced it will partner with the Home and Garden Show at the Pittsburgh Convention Center, as their featured display. The "Gettysburg 150, Travel Back in Time" exhibit will transport visitors on a unique historical journey through time to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War.
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Second Annual African American Heritage Celebration
Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Join Soldiers & Sailors for its Second Annual African-American Celebration!
The Second Annual African-American Heritage Celebration will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2012.
The free event will feature a special exhibit and lecture, as well as performances and a film presentation.
The special one day exhibit and lecture titled "Incredible Grace: One People, Two Continents, Three Centuries of War" will be hosted by Soldiers & Sailors Historian John L. Ford. It will address wars that Africans and African-Americans fought that gave promise of freedom, liberty and justice for all, while they continued to embrace the ideals of equality, even though the fullness of it still remains elusive today.
For more information, visit http://ow.ly/9owyi.
African American Heritage Celebration Flyer
The Navy Band Sea Chanters Chorus
Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Soldiers & Sailors & Trib Total Media
Doors open at 6:15 p.m.
Unfortunately, tickets are no longer available.
Please know that there may still be an opportunity for you to attend the concert. At the event, ticket holders will be seated when the doors open at 6:15. Non-ticket holders will be seated 15 minutes prior to the start of the concert. While we cannot guarantee that seats will be available, you are welcome to try.
Sea Chanters Concert Flyer
The Revolve Tour: Dream On
March 17, 2012, Noon - 7 PM Doors Openat 11 AM
The Revolve Tour: Dream On
It's part concert, part inspiration, and all fun! Awesome music, real-life stories, and a ton of fun combine for a high-energy, inspirational, relational Saturday event for teen girls!
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Ladysmith Black Mambazo
7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, 2012
Since their earliest recordings, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has maintained a respect and a reverence for their past. Indeed, the centuries-old story of their homeland - sometimes joyous, sometimes troubled, but always rich and exhilarating - has been at the very foundation of this vocal group since its very beginning. But alongside the South African history witnessed by an entire world, there's a quieter, more personal past shared by the members of Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
For more information visit, www.everyvoicecounts.us
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Rally to Save the 911th Air Reserve Wing and the 171st Air Refueling Wing of the PA National Guard
7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Join Soldiers & Sailors, Allegheny County Veteran Affairs, and the Military Affairs Council of Southwest PA for a rally to show support to save the 911th Air Reserve Wing and the 171st Air Refueling Wing of the PA National Guard. The rally will take place in the Auditorium of Soldiers and Sailors at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3, 2012.
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"In the Mood" 1940s Musical Revue
2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Celebrate America's Greatest Generation through the music of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Harry James, Erskine Hawkins, The Andrews Sisters, Frank Sinatra and other idols of the 1940s. Company of 19 on stage: the blistering thirteen-piece String of Pearls Big Band Orchestra and the In The Mood Singers including a high-energy swing dance couple.
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Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets including Giant Eagle stores, online at TICKETMASTER.COM or charge by phone at 1-800-982-ARTS (2787).
Prices range from $30 to $59 - All reserved seating
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Kevin Hart's Spring Break Comedy Explosion Tour
6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 19, 2012
Kevin Hart's Spring Break Comedy Explosion tour is coming to Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 19, 2012.
Tickets go on sale March 6, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. and can be purchased online and by phone.
Tickets are not available through Soldiers & Sailors, and must be purchased online at www.showclix.com or by phone at 1-888-71-TICKETS.
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Operation Troop Employment - A Job Fair for Veterans
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
As a veteran of our nation's armed services, your work ethic and skills acquired in the military make you well equipped for numerous jobs available in Pittsburgh. On Tuesday, May 15, be sure to attend "Operation Troop Employment, " a career fair and expo for the military and their families.
At this career fair, local employers will seek to meet potential candidates for their open positions. Plus, military veterans and their families can gain important knowledge with regard to their military benefits and services available to them.
Free and open to the public
www.post-gazette.com/operationjobfair
Brought to you by: Allegheny County Veteran Services, Pittsburgh Post Gazette and Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall
Operation Troop Employment Flyer
Saluting Service Presented by The Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh
6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22, 2012
The Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh will host its first Saluting Service event from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22, 2012.
At the event, a nominee will be honored with the First Class Patriot Achievement Award, which honors a veteran who has served the U.S and who has demonstrated outstanding community service. The event will include a picnic on the front lawn, tours of Soldiers & Sailors Hall of Valor, music, entertainment, special guests, the presentation of the First Class Patriot Achievement Award and a special speech by Lt. Col. (Ret.) Barry Bridger.
For more information, please contact the Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh by visiting its website at http://www.fpanet.org/Chapters/Pittsburgh/.
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Annual Memorial Day Celebration
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on May 28, 2012
Soldiers & Sailors will be host its annual Memorial Day Celebration from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May 28, 2012. This free event is open to the public and aimed at remembering the men and women who proudly serve or have served in our country's armed forces.
10:30 a.m. - War on Terrorism Memorial Ceremony
2:00 p.m. - Cornerstone Rededication Ceremony
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Air Force Band of the Mid Atlantic
2:00 p.m on July 1, 2012
Please join us for a FREE concert sponsored by Soldiers & Sailors and Trib Total Media.
To obtain free tickets, please send self addressed and stamped envelope to:
Soldiers & Sailors
Attn: Air Force Concert
4141 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(4 tickets per household)
World War II History, Reading, Writing & Listening Camp
Monday, July 23 through Friday, July 27, 2012
Join Soldiers & Sailors Education Department for Civil War themed camp with half and full day options available.
The camp is for students in grades 5th-8th grades for the 2012-2013 school year.
For more information on the program, please visit http://www.soldiersandsailorshall.org/reading-camp.html.
History Camp 2012 brochure
POW - MIA Vigil Presented by VVI
Sept 22 at noon - Sept 23 at 2 pm
 
Vietnam Veterans Inc (VVI) will be holding its 30th Annual POW/MIA Vigil at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum from Noon, Saturday, September 22, 2012 to 2:00 pm Sunday, September 23, 2012. The goal of this annual Vigil is to raise awareness and remember all of the Prisoners of War (POW) and Missing in Action (MIA) from all wars. Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall is once again proudly sponsoring this important event.
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POW MIA Vigil Flyer 2012
Cannon Ball Fundraiser Gala
6:00 p.m. Saturday, November 3, 2012
Support Soldiers & Sailors by joining us for our annual fundraiser. Our Cannon Ball Gala will include dinner, dancing, entertainment and the presentation of the "2012 Friend & Patriot of the Year."
Military Follies
7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 30, 2012
Join Soldiers & Sailors for our second annual Military Follies.
The event will entertain the entire family with military and patriotic performances from stage and screen performed by local talents.
Click Here To See a Video From Last Year's Show.
Celebrate Veteran's Day at Soldiers & Sailors
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. today it will offer free admission on Veteran's Day.
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Blood Drive with the Central Blood Bank
Tuesday, November 29, 2011, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Soldiers & Sailors and the University of Pittsburgh Remember September 11
September 11, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. in partnership with the University of Pittsburgh and its Office of Student Affairs today announced a memorial service for victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and a special tribute to military service members who have lost their lives fighting in the War on Terrorism.
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9-11 event flyer
Remember 9-11
Sunday,September 11 at 11:00 a.m.
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. in partnership with the University of Pittsburgh today will be holding a free memorial service for victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and a special tribute to Pennsylvanians who have lost their lives fighting in the War on Terrorism.
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Remember 9-11 Event Flyer
As School Returns Look to Soldiers & Sailors for Educational Opportunities
PITTSBURGH - Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. today reminded the public of the abundant educational opportunities available through the museum. As the school-year begins, Soldiers & Sailors reflects on its summer education programs and encourages schools to learn more about available programming.
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As School Returns Look to Soldiers & Sailors for Educational Opportunities
Cannon Ball Military Follies Revue
Sunday, October 16, 2011 at 3 pm
Chinese Auction Winners:
#1 Dining Duet - Deb Lange
#2 It's Easy Being Green - C. Braun
#3 Rainy Day Fun - J. Montecupo
#4 Get Sporty - Stehman
#5 Dinner & A View for 4 - Charlene Hrivnak
#6 Surf & Turf Adventure - Ken
#7 Out to Lunch - Richard Eastman
#8 Pittsburgh Goodie Basket - Deb
#9 Day at the Museum - Barb McCabe
#10 Show "SixPack" - Dave Braun
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You are Invited to Join Us at the Theater
Ron Gancas to Retire as President of Soldiers & Sailors
On Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the full board meeting of Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall and Military Museum President Ron Gancas announced his retirement. After thirteen years at Soldiers & Sailors, the last six as President, Ron will step down and join the Board of Directors on July 1, 2011...
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1st Annual African American Heritage Celebration
Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011, 10 am - 4 pm
Free Community Event aimed at educating the public and raising community awareness of regional African American heritage during the Civil War era.
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AAHC Flyer
1st Annual African American Heritage Celebration
Saturday, February 19th 10 am - 4 pm
This a a free community event in cooperation with the Henry Highland Garnet Society.
There will be lectures, readings, tours and more. Food & Drink will also be available for purchase.
AAHC flyer 2011
Press Release on AAHC
World Record Attempt
Friday, February 11, 2011 at noon
Greater Pittsburgh Civil War Round Table and Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall in Pittsburgh to take part in world record attempt February 11 at noon to help kick off nation's Civil War 150th anniversary
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New Appointees Elected to Soldiers & Sailors Board of Directors
At a meeting of the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. Board of Directors on Thursday, 14 October 2010, four new member were approved for seats on the Board:
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100th Anniversary Open House
Monday, October 11, 2010 10 am - 7 pm
FREE Admission to Museum in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Memorial Hall's doors opening to the public and is an extension of RADical Days 2010.
2 pm "My Dearest . . ." Thoughts from the Front: Dramatic Readings in the Hall of Valor by Theatre Sans Serif
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Mike Epps and Friends - Comedy Explosion 2
Good Friday, April 22, 2010 at 7 pm
$25 - $65 Advanced Tickets
Doors Open at 5:00 pm
Tickets Available by Phone: 1.888.71.TICKETS or Available online at: MikeEppsPittsburgh.com
Show is presented by Uplift Enterprises
Gold Star Mothers find Home at Soldiers & Sailors
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. is proud to be the main sponsor of the Allegheny County Pa Chapter of American Gold Star Mothers. The Gold Star Mothers call Soldiers & Sailors home for their chapter meetings, where space is provided to them at no cost.
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Soldiers & Sailors Announces 2010 Friend & Patriot of the Year
University of Pittsburgh receives the top honor.
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum is proud to announce that the University of Pittsburgh has been named as its 2010 Friend & Patriot of the Year. The award will be presented to the University at Soldiers & Sailors' Cannon Ball Centennial Celebration, October 9, 2010.
 
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PIECE OF HISTORY RETURNS TO MUSEUM
A significant piece of local Civil War history has come home to Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum in Oakland.
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BAYONET MISSING FROM “SOLDIER AT REST” STATUE
The day Michael Kraus, Curator at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum, proposed to team up with the City of Pittsburgh in cataloging and restoring the military memorials throughout the city, Soldiers & Sailors was hit with an ironic situation.
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Memorial Day Celebration
Monday, May 31, 2010 - 10 am - 4 pm
WHAT: Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Day Celebration
WHY: Soldiers & Sailors will be holding its annual Memorial Day Celebration on Monday, May 31, 2010 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. This event sponsored by National Physique Committee, USA, is free to the public and is aimed at remembering the men and women who proudly serve or have served in our country's armed forces. Included during the event are free admission into the museum, live entertainment, children's activities, veteran remembrance activities and two special programs.
WHEN: Monday, May 31, 2010 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
WHERE: Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum, 4141 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Memorial Day Flyer
The Sentinel Magazine
February 2010 Edition
This issue of The Sentinel is dedicated to the first ten years of Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc.'s life as a nonprofit organization. Ron Gancas, President, reminisces about its history and the 'people' that have visited; Tim Neff, Director of Education, tells the tale of his department's creation; and curator, Michael Kraus, talks about how the exhibits have transformed over the past ten years. I hope you enjoy this issue. Please give us feedback as to what you liked and things you want to see in future issues.
The Sentinel Magazine, February 2010 edition
McGrath Brothers Restoration Project
 Five McGrath Brothers In The Civil War
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. announces the beginning of a restoration project of a large 44"x 36" framed charcoal photographic portrait of five Civil War soldier brothers from Allegheny County. Originally titled "Five Brothers in the Civil War" the portrait was taken in 1894 of the 4 surviving McGrath brothers standing beside a vacant chair, a metaphor for a departed family member. The chair is made into an impromptu shrine to the fifth brother who fell in battle at Chickamauga Georgia in 1863.
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Planning Begins for Centennial Celebration of Historical Museum in Pittsburgh
November 2009
Soldiers & Sailors Holds Kick-Off Planning Reception for 100th Anniversary in 2010
Pittsburgh, PA (October 2009) - The historic museum sits atop the hill off Fifth Avenue in Oakland, appearing almost as if it presides over the surrounding campus and hospitals - younger-bodied buildings that have more recently joined the museum on the hillside. Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum has seen many years on that hill - in fact, it will be 100 years next October.
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"Dog Jack" Family Feature Film Preview
Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 2:30 & 6:30
Matinee: 2:30 pm
Admission: Students (up to 14 years of age) $5.00 & Adult $10.00
Last Performance: 6:30 pm
Admission: Students (up to 14 years of age) $5.00 & Adults $15.00
Presentation at Soldiers & Sailors Hall
Ticket orders:
Son-Rise Publications.com or Call 1-800-358-0777
New Year's Eve Comedy Explosion
7:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 29, 2012
Attend the New Year's Eve Comedy Explosion hosted by Comedian T. Robe featuring Bruce Bruce, Deray Davis, Lil Duval & J. Russ. Tickets are now available.
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2013 Hall of Valor Induction Ceremony
Medal of Honor Exhibit Opening
Museum Opens at Noon - Free to the Public
Formal Comments on Medal of Honor Exhibit at 1:00 p.m.
Joseph A. Dugan, Jr. Hall of Valor Induction Ceremony at 2:00pm
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A Voice of Women Veterans - A Day of Empowerment
Saturday, March 16, 2013
DID YOU SERVE ON ACTIVE DUTY?
A VOICE OF WOMEN VETERAN'S
A DAY OF EMPOWERMENT
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Pittsburgh Folk Festival
April 19 - 20, 2013
Soldiers & Sailors Museum will be closed on Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th, 2013 for the Pittsburgh Folk Festival. Museum visitors are welcome to attend the Folk Festival. However, museum exhibits will be limited on these dates.
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