Charles 'Teenie' Harris Honored with Pittsburgh Walk of Fame Star
On October 13, Pittsburgh commemorated photographer Charles “Teenie” Harris (1908–1998) by placing a bronze star on its Walk of Fame, joining notable individuals such as H.J. Heinz and Franco Harris. Lionel, Harris' son, addressed attendees during the event. The Walk of Fame can be found on Smallman Street, situated between 18th and 19th streets. The first group of honorees in October 2025 included Fred Rogers and Roberto Clemente. Harris documented mid-20th-century Black history, with his works showcased at the Carnegie Museum of Art, which acquired his negatives in 2001. The museum's online Harris Archive features over 75,000 images, and his photographs are also displayed at the Heinz History Center.
Key facts
- Pittsburgh added a bronze star to its Walk of Fame for photographer Charles “Teenie” Harris (1908–1998).
- The induction ceremony was held on October 13, with Harris’ son Lionel Harris speaking.
- The Walk of Fame is on Smallman Street at 18th and 19th streets.
- The inaugural Walk of Fame class debuted in October 2025 and included Fred Rogers, Roberto Clemente, Andy Warhol, Michael Keaton, and Rachel Carson.
- Carnegie Museum of Art purchased Harris’ negatives and rights from his family in 2001.
- The museum’s online Harris Archive contains over 75,000 images, nearly 5,000 feet of 16mm film, and more than 60 oral histories.
- Harris freelanced for the Pittsburgh Courier from 1938 until 1976.
- An exhibition of Chuck Stewart’s work opened at The Sun ATL gallery in Atlanta on August 8.
Entities
Artists
- Charles “Teenie” Harris
- Lionel Harris
- H.J. Heinz
- Franco Harris
- George Westinghouse
- Fred Rogers
- Roberto Clemente
- Andy Warhol
- Michael Keaton
- Rachel Carson
- Chuck Stewart
- Ovie Carter
- Bob Black
Institutions
- Carnegie Museum of Art
- Pittsburgh Walk of Fame
- Pittsburgh Courier
- Heinz History Center
- National Endowment for the Humanities
- The Sun ATL
- Student Academy Award
Locations
- Pittsburgh
- United States
- Smallman Street
- Atlanta
- Chicago