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National Negro Opera House — once the center of Black cultural life in Pittsburgh — receives $500K grant

The National Negro Opera Company — the country's first permanent African-American opera company — called it home, and its owner wants to turn it into a museum showcasing disadvantaged young artists of today.

14 Apr 2021

VisitPittsburgh is part of effort to make Homewood a cultural destination

The plan is to build upon Homewood's abundance of culture, history, stories and architecture to attract visitors.

07 Oct 2020

Homewood Comprehensive Community Plan offered for public comment ahead of City Planning Commission vote

The 10-year plan is designed to form short-term and long-term policy and development goals for the East End neighborhood.

24 Apr 2019

What makes a community? Take a look at Homewood through 15 striking photos.

Take a close look at Homewood through these beautiful photos from the Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Martha Rial.

15 Aug 2018

NEXT Up: John Wallace on why you should get to know one of Pittsburgh’s “greatest neighborhoods”

"I am privileged to marry my vocation, research and teaching, with my avocation, serving the people and neighborhood of Homewood through opportunities for education, employment and entrepreneurship."

15 Aug 2018

Thread International moves to Homewood, employs locals and launches its own line of recycled backpacks

Thread's new bags, their first item produced without partnering with a major retailer, will be assembled at their new workshop in Homewood.

13 Aug 2018

Discover some of the people and places growing beautiful things in Homewood

“When I come in here and see a diverse group of people in the neighborhood it’s exciting. And I think it speaks to the potential of what Homewood can be and what it can do.”

09 Aug 2018

Kicking off its 11th year, the former GTECH Strategies unveils new brand identity

Since 2007, GTECH Strategies has mobilized residents to transform vacant lots into vibrant green spaces and address environmental issues at the hyperlocal level.

16 Apr 2018

Free Harambee Black Arts Festival celebrates 50th anniversary in Homewood

7100 Kelly Street
August 4, 5, 6
Various times

31 Jul 2017

Homewood’s first-of-its-kind cultural tour debuts during Harambee Ujima Festival

Homewood-Brushton
July 16
Noon — 4 p.m.

11 Jul 2016

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