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A remnant of the once massive, legendary U.S. Steel Homestead Works, the Carrie Blast Furnaces are also a vestige of Pittsburgh's 20th-century domination of the steel industry. Located in Rankin and Swissvale, PA, this National Historic Landmark is open for public tours May through October. In addition to the Industrial History tour, visitors can discover more about the site on the Post-industrial: Arts & Grounds tour. Rivers of Steel also offers family-friendly festivals, engaging arts workshops and unique programs here throughout the season, in addition to making the space available for private tours and a variety of rental events.