Kate Hester was a barkeeper in late 1800’s McKeesport. She is known for not choosing to comply with Brooks High Licensing Act, a precursor to prohibition and coining the term “speakeasy”. She is portrayed by Heather Atkinson. Photograph by Maria Palmer

Mr. Renziehausen, portrayed by Phil Boatright, tells the story of his philanthropy led to the creation of Renziehausen Park. Photograph by Vickie Babyak

George Washington, portrayed by Tom Arillotta, visited McKeesport several times during the French and Indian War to visit Queen Aliquippa. Photograph by Vickie Babyak

Henrietta Leaver, portrayed by Sadie Mitchell, once worked in retail in McKeesport and later became Miss America in 1935. Photograph by Nan Belli

Colleen Boatwright portrays a schoolmarm in McKeesport’s historic one room schoolhouse which is on display at the McKeesport Regional History & History Center. Photograph by Jennifer McCalla

Colleen Boatwright portrays a schoolmarm in McKeesport’s historic one room schoolhouse. Photograph by Nan Belli

Fred Bray transformed McKeesport’s Fire Department when he became their first Black chief in 1994. He is portrayed by Luciano Lanz. Photograph by Maria Palmer

Connor McGrew filled the role of John F. Kennedy. President made several trips to McKeesport, first as a senator then later as the 35th president. Photograph by Jennifer McCalla