# Senator John Heinz History Center Thanksgiving Break & Kidsburgh Discovery > Place to go for families in the Pittsburgh area (PA). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Senator John Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 - Ages: All ages (Kidsburgh play zone, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood set, Western PA sports museum) - Price: $11 (Youth 6–17) / $20 (Adults); Children 5 and under free - Organizer: Senator John Heinz History Center & Smithsonian Affiliate - Official page: https://www.heinzhistorycenter.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/pittsburgh/activities/senator-john-heinz-history-center-thanksgiving-break-and-kidsburgh-dis--listing-b776e053f1f13abd0dd81d0d ## About An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution located in the vibrant Strip District, the Senator John Heinz History Center brings western Pennsylvania's rich heritage vividly to life across six expansive floors. During Thanksgiving break, families explore the original television set of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, where children can stand beside the iconic castle of King Friday XIII and Picture Picture. The interactive Kidsburgh play zone allows kids to step into a replica Heinz ketchup vat, slide down a two-story Liberty Tube replica slide, and discover local inventions. The museum also houses the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, celebrating football, baseball, and hockey legends. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Exceptionally stroller-friendly, featuring wide open exhibit floors, smooth terrazzo surfaces, and oversized glass elevators. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated family restrooms with diaper-changing counters are situated on every floor, along with comfortable benches throughout the Great Hall. • Age Suitability: Welcoming all generations. Kidsburgh is specially designed for children ages 2–10, while sports exhibits and history galleries engage older kids and teens. • Sensory Tips: Exhibit lighting is comfortable and bright; audio exhibits have directional cones. 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