History & local legend
The Allegheny-Kiski Valley Heritage Museum occupies Tarentum’s former American Legion hall, built in 1931. After World War II, Pittsburgh Plate Glass donated the cobalt-blue mirrored glass that covers the ballroom walls, honoring employees who had served in the war. Engraved maps, battle names and military emblems remain part of the room.
The volunteer-run museum also has a story about a volunteer who seems reluctant to leave. In an account contributed by Chris Berglund, people recognize a figure in the basement as a former helper named Jack. He is most often reported among the old gardening tools, far below the mirrored ballroom.
