Mexican War Streets Society

08/24/2026

We can't believe the house tour is already one month away!

Join us in the Mexican War Streets on Sunday, September 20 from 11 am – 5 pm. As always, we will present beautifully restored homes, as well as private and community gardens.

Our tour is never cancelled and always goes on—rain or shine!

Tickets are $35 per person and will be sold ONLINE ONLY. We sell a limited quantity and tickets can sell out.

Please note: There will be no tickets sold on tour day. Purchase them at the link below!

The Mexican War Streets Society continues to build upon its mission of preserving and promoting the historic significance of our neighborhood. Each year we uphold our rich tradition of producing the most established House and Garden Tour in the City of Pittsburgh. We are proud to announce that our

08/10/2026

Our 54th Annual House and Garden Tour is Next Month!!

Join us in the Mexican War Streets on Sunday, September 20 from 11 am – 5 pm. As always, we will present beautifully restored homes, as well as private and community gardens.

Our tour is never cancelled and always goes on—rain or shine!

Tickets are $35 per person and will be sold ONLINE ONLY. We sell a limited quantity and tickets can sell out.

Please note: There will be no tickets sold on tour day. Purchase them at the link below!

The Mexican War Streets Society continues to build upon its mission of preserving and promoting the historic significance of our neighborhood. Each year we uphold our rich tradition of producing the most established House and Garden Tour in the City of Pittsburgh. We are proud to announce that our

08/04/2026

TONIGHT!
National Night Out is bringing communities together! Join your neighbors between the 1300-1400 Block of Arch street and enjoy the fun activities with this beautiful weather!

07/24/2026

We are looking for new services to maintain our Mechanic's Retreat Garden!
If you are someone who is interested in taking on maintaining the parklet with weekly watering, weeding, and pruning, please inquire within! You can email us at [email protected]

07/20/2026

TONIGHT is our Q2 General Membership Meeting at City of Asylum - and our agenda includes the historic guidelines update for the Mexican War Streets.

If you live in the Historic District, upcoming changes to design guidelines could impact what you can (and can’t) do.

Join Allegheny City Central Association & Mexican War Streets Society tonight to learn what’s being proposed, how approvals work, and what it means for your home—whether you’re replacing windows, adding a deck, or planning future upgrades.
Your voice matters in shaping these updates.
📍 Alphabet City
🕖 7:00 PM
🏡 Open to all residents

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07/11/2026

Our neighbors on Observatory Hill (Observatory Hill Inc.) are back with their annual house tour, "The Ins and Outs of Observatory Hill," on Saturday, August 1.

In addition to visiting the neighborhood's beautiful homes, ticket holders can also take a guided tour of the Allegheny Observatory in Riverview Park!

Tickets can be purchased online:

Come be “nebby” with us in the unique and historic Northside neighborhood of Observatory Hill!

07/03/2026

Get your tickets! Our 54th Annual House and Garden Tour will take place in the Mexican War Streets on Sunday, September 20 from 11 am – 5 pm. As always, we will present beautifully restored homes, as well as private and community gardens.

Our tour is never cancelled and always goes on—rain or shine!

Tickets are $35 per person and will be sold ONLINE ONLY. We sell a limited quantity and tickets can sell out.

Please note: There will be no tickets sold on tour day. Purchase them at the link below!

The Mexican War Streets Society continues to build upon its mission of preserving and promoting the historic significance of our neighborhood. Each year we uphold our rich tradition of producing the most established House and Garden Tour in the City of Pittsburgh. We are proud to announce that our

06/24/2026

Thinking about home improvements? If you live in the Historic District, upcoming changes to design guidelines could impact what you can (and can’t) do.
Join Allegheny City Central Association & Mexican War Streets Society on July 20 to learn what’s being proposed, how approvals work, and what it means for your home—whether you’re replacing windows, adding a deck, or planning future upgrades.
Your voice matters in shaping these updates.
📍 Alphabet City
🕖 7:00 PM
🏡 Open to all residents

HomeRenovation NeighborhoodMatters