2257 Main Street | Munhall, PA 15120
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The Homestead Cemetery Board, along with the Friends of the Homestead Cemetery fundraising group and their volunteers, thanks our tour guides, presenters, and the community for participating in our third
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Walking Tours
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Living History
Join the students of the Steel Valley Middle and High School Drama Club as they share interesting stories in period-appropriate costume.
Baseball History
Baseball history is alive and well at the Homestead Cemetery! Come walk the grounds and hear stories about America's favorite pastime! Meet the men and women buried here that made it all happen, and build your knowledge about the early days and lives of baseball legends, including the owners and players of the Homestead Grays Negro League baseball team, the Pittsburgh Pirates, and others! Hosted by local historian, published author, and Josh Gibson Foundation affiliate, Vincent T. Ciaramella.
Spanish-American War Veterans
of the Soldiers Circle
Peek into the lives of several Spanish-American War era soldiers. Hosted by local historian and Board member, Ellis Michaels.
Pioneers of Homestead Past
Have you ever wondered how the local streets got their names? Who the surrounding Boroughs were named after? Discover the roots of the Community as we explore the families that built the area! Hosted by local historian, Ja'Quay Edward Carter.
Presentations
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The "E." Stands for Edward: The John E. Morris Story
The 1892 "Battle of Homestead"
Steel Strike
Take an intimate look into the life and death of the 1892 "Battle of Homestead" Steel Strike victim, John E. Morris, as told by his twice great-niece, Shannon Forester.
Western PA Genealogical Society
The Western Pennsylvania Genealogical Society (WPGS) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), tax-exempt organization of amateur and professional family historians and genealogists dedicated to the study and preservation of family history mainly in Western Pennsylvania. Since 1974, WPGS has aimed to provide members with genealogically related information, connections, and resources to enhance your family history research, wherever it may take you.
We thank our Sponsors!
Gold Sponsors
The Costume Coop
Munhall CARES
Savolskis-Wasik-Glenn Funeral Home, Inc.
Silver Sponsors
Mayor Rob and Michele Falce ​
Bronze Sponsors
Carmine's Barber Shop
Dave & Buster's
Kennywood Plaza Beer
Morrison Insurance Agency
Skyrmes Insurance Agency, Inc.
Mrs. Donna Tomasic
Did you enjoy your time at History Day?
Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to one of the Homestead Cemetery organizations!
Use the QR codes below to be directed to our PayPal pages.
Please use the QR code below to be directed to the Homestead Cemetery, a 501(c)(13) organization, where 100% of your tax-deductible donation is used towards the daily maintenance and beautification projects that directly benefit the grounds.
Please use the QR code below to donate to the Giving Fund of the Friends of the Homestead Cemetery, a 501(c)(3) organization, which is responsible for planning major yearly events (like History Day!), fundraising campaigns, and community outreach.
