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A rich, vintage illustration of Pittsburgh’s 19th-century glass factories along the rivers, with smokestacks, workers blowing glass, piles of sand, and finished glassware glistening in the sun. Include riverboats and the growing skyline. Warm golden tones with glass reflections.

How the Glass Industry Made Pittsburgh the “Glass City”

Industry & InnovationBy userApril 4, 2025

Discover how Pittsburgh became America’s “Glass City.” Explore the rise, impact, and legacy of Pittsburgh’s historic glass industry and its global influence.

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