McKees Rocks Historical Society

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The McKees Rocks Historical Society was founded in 2007 to encourage community interest in the history of this area by collecting, preserving, exhibiting and interpreting our past to people of all ages.

In 1914, with 44 graduates, McKees Rocks had the largest class in the history of McKees Rocks schools. Stowe Twp., St. F...
06/05/2026

In 1914, with 44 graduates, McKees Rocks had the largest class in the history of McKees Rocks schools. Stowe Twp., St. Francis and St. Mary's also published their graduating students.

July 10 & 11 2026
06/05/2026

July 10 & 11 2026

An informative article about ALCOSAN and the project in McKees Rocks.
06/05/2026

An informative article about ALCOSAN and the project in McKees Rocks.



The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority has initiated construction on the Ohio River Tunnel, a key feature of its Clean Water Plan aimed at reducing sewer overflows and enhancing regional waterways. This project, costing approximately $1 billion, will improve sewer infrastructure and water quality.

Winkys makes you happy to be hungry... Winkys opened their McKees Rocks restaurant in 1967-68 at the beginning of the Mc...
06/03/2026

Winkys makes you happy to be hungry...
Winkys opened their McKees Rocks restaurant in 1967-68 at the beginning of the McKees Rocks Plaza. One of over 40 stores, it offered good food and great prices. Winkys filed for bankruptcy in February 1982. Does anyone remember when the McKees Rocks store closed?

Not great photos, but there was definitely a Wendy's at the entrance to the Plaza, where Rite Aid was. Maybe someone wil...
06/03/2026

Not great photos, but there was definitely a Wendy's at the entrance to the Plaza, where Rite Aid was. Maybe someone will remember.

A memory from summers past 1970...
06/03/2026

A memory from summers past 1970...

A little YouTube video about the Norwood Incline.
06/02/2026

A little YouTube video about the Norwood Incline.




🚨 Discover Hidden History!🚨 Join us on an epic adventure as we uncover the forgotten remains of the McKees Rocks Incline! 🌟 Thousands pass by daily, unawa...

Norwood Incline entrance through the ages.Surprisingly, in 1997, it had what appears to be a cushioned seat where you co...
05/31/2026

Norwood Incline entrance through the ages.
Surprisingly, in 1997, it had what appears to be a cushioned seat where you could watch the traffic go by.

Many of us remember going to West View Park… just across the Rocks bridge…
05/29/2026

Many of us remember going to West View Park… just across the Rocks bridge…

On this day in 1906, West View Park officially opened for its very first season! 🎡

Located just north of Pittsburgh, the park quickly became a favorite destination for generations of Pittsburghers. Founder T.M. Harton kept the excitement rolling with iconic attractions like the Ferris Wheel, The Dips, and the Speed-O-Plane after his original business partner left to help develop Kennywood.

By the 1930s, the park’s famous ballroom became the place to be, and after reopening as Danceland in 1945, it hosted legendary acts including The Rolling Stones.

After 71 seasons, West View Park closed in 1977, but for many Pittsburghers, the memories ride on.

📸 Riders on West View Park’s Racing Whippet, c. 1950s-60s.

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169 Clinton Street
McKees Rocks, PA
15136

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+14123893158

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