"The Mellons and their Mansions"  (in person talk)

For a century and a half, the Mellons were the most influential family in the Pittsburgh area; the Mellon name adorns landmarks across the region, and their wealth has funded countless public and private initiatives. But on a personal level, the family often has shunned the limelight. Nolan Grimes' illustrated talk will explore the Mellon's extensive family tree and the numerous mansions they once owned across Pittsburgh's East End, from Highland Park to Shadyside to Squirrel Hill, as well as the grand estates they still occupy in the Ligonier Valley. Mr. Grimes is Carnegie Mellon University's Facilities Archives and GIS Manager.

All talks are free to the public and held in the Parish Hall of Calvary Episcopal Church, 315 Shady Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206. (Use Marchand Street entrance.) Free parking in church lot. There is no need to register in advance (or to rsvp on Meetup)- so feel free to just show up!

Though the talk is free, the East Liberty Valley Historical Society depends on its members to support this annual series - so please consider becoming a member (you can join membership at the talk -- historical society reps will be there at the entrance)