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History center shows off Mister Rogers exhibit

The Heinz History Center has a new long-term display honoring one of the most iconic children's television programs of all time: “Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.” Exhibited on the fourth floor visitors can see the largest collection of original items from the television set ever on public view.

PITTSBURGH — The Senator John Heinz History Center is hosting the largest public display of original items from the “Mister Rogers' Neighborhood” television set.

The long-term display on the fourth floor Special Collections Gallery honors one of the most iconic children's television programs of all time.

The display marks the first time these items are on long-term view. Highlights include:

The entryway and living room set that Mister Rogers walked through to begin each show

King Friday XIII's Castle

Great Oak Tree, the residence of Henrietta Pussycat and X The Owl

Mr. McFeely's “Speedy Delivery” tricycle

Additional items including King Friday XIII's telephone, Henrietta Pussycat's outfit, Chef Brockett's hat, Harriett Elizabeth Cow's desk, and the bench that Mister Rogers sat on.

Also on view is a life-like figure of Mister Rogers, wearing his sweater, necktie, khakis and sneakers.“Mister Rogers' Neighborhood” originated in 1963 as “Misterogers” on CBC Television in Canada and eventually made its U.S. network debut in 1968 on NET, which later became PBS.The exhibit is included with regular admission of $15 for adults, $13 for senior citizens, and $6 for children ages 6 to 17. The center at 1212 Smallman St. in the Strip District is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, call 412-454-6000 or visit www.heinzhistorycenter.org.

The new “Mister Rogers' Neighborhood” display at the Heinz History Center features a variety of items from the “Neighborhood of Make-Believe,” including King Friday XIII's Castle and telephone, Henrietta Pussycat's outfit, Chef Brockett's hat and Harriett Elizabeth Cow's desk, among many other props.

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