One can touch history in a dynamic hands-on way in the Carnegie Library's William R. Oliver Special Collections Room, one of Pittsburgh's best kept secrets.  Here, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh rare books, manuscripts, historical photogaphs and archives blend to create a fascinating view of the past.

Enjoy a private tour and book talk with the Special Collections Archivist Greg Priore.  See first hand 17th century illuminated manuscripts, John James Audubon's Birds of America, Edward Curtis's North American Indian Portfolio, Andrew Carnegie's writings and other one of kind treasures. 

Following your tour, enjoy tea and light refreshments with Mr. Priore.

Maximum group size - 12 people