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Historic defensive building built in 1764, now the oldest structure in western Pennsylvania.
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Great park with a museum about the story of Fort Pitt. Visit the point, where the rivers flow together to build the Ohio.
Not a whole lot to see inside the block house, but pretty need to think that this is the oldest building in the western part of the state.
Located on the grounds of Point State Park is Fort Pitt Block House. The oldest building in Pittsburgh constructed on 1764. Built by the British. It was part of Fort Pitt . The only remaining building left of it
Neat place to visit if you are in Pittsburgh. Paul, who is the guide in the house, is great and has the answers to all your questions!
The Fort Pitt Block House is over 250 year's old, and is the oldest building authenticated west of the Mountain Range.
It was built in 1764, as part of the fort, to defend against Native American attacks. It has switched ownership numerous times throughout history, and was used as everything from actual part of the fort, to trading post, to private residence and today it stands as the only truly remaining portion of the fort left standing - while the rest, was torn down to help build the city.
It's a small building, but a spectacular one, at that, a true piece of history that transports you back in time as you walk around and inside of it.
Fun tip, look for the red dates on the walls, which is placed on the wall at the height of each year's great flood, standing as a true testimony to what this building has endured, including one flood that had the city under 15ft of water for a week and had submerged nearly the entire structure.
The man answering questions inside was very informative and helped bring it all to life.
Must see historical spot while in Pittsburgh located and surrounded by the nicest park in the city.
It was built in 1764, as part of the fort, to defend against Native American attacks. It has switched ownership numerous times throughout history, and was used as everything from actual part of the fort, to trading post, to private residence and today it stands as the only truly remaining portion of the fort left standing - while the rest, was torn down to help build the city.
It's a small building, but a spectacular one, at that, a true piece of history that transports you back in time as you walk around and inside of it.
Fun tip, look for the red dates on the walls, which is placed on the wall at the height of each year's great flood, standing as a true testimony to what this building has endured, including one flood that had the city under 15ft of water for a week and had submerged nearly the entire structure.
The man answering questions inside was very informative and helped bring it all to life.
Must see historical spot while in Pittsburgh located and surrounded by the nicest park in the city.
The oldest building in Pittsburgh! Originally part of Fort Pitt. Now owned by the daughters of the revolution. It's a nice piece of history that extends before the revolution. The guy who works inside is very informative and friendly. He likes to ask about the visitors background and origins as much as he likes to talk about the history of the building and the site. It's a must-visit for anyone coming to Pittsburgh. Nice time to spend in the Point park and along the river walk as well.
The Daughters of the American Revolution own this property! You have to experience it when you come to Pittsburgh. It is a free attraction and it is the oldest building in Pittsburgh. Originally the property was a fort that the French built. Then the British took over the property.. Now the property is in the hands of the Daughters of the American Revolution! Was an extremely cool place to go to!
