Things That Aren't There Anymore
“The WQED classic documentary about much loved pieces of Pittsburgh’s history!”
1990•G•59m•8.5•Released
Documentary
Remember when Forbes Field was the world’s greatest ballpark? When the Dips roller coaster at West View Park came out to Route 19? When everyone went to the Allegheny County Fair? When streetcars ran all over town? They’re all parts of this warm and winsome program about Pittsburgh’s past, this heartfelt tribute to great and old places where people used to go to have fun.
Director
Rick Sebak
Writer
Rick Sebak
Languages
English
Studio
WQED
Cast
Rick Sebak
Narrator
Production
Company
WQED
Producer
Rick Sebak
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