About Our Business
In 1988 Sergeant James Grieser (ret.) decided to research the
unique design of the Pittsburgh police badge.  Sergeant Grieser
collaborated with Sergeant William Burke (ret.) to record his
findings.  While working on this project, Sergeants Grieser and
Burke realised there was a rich history of policing in Pittsburgh that
should be preserved which led to their decision to begin the Pittsburgh
Police Historical Association (PPHA). In 1991 the PPHA was
incorporated and has grown to include current and retired officers
and their family members.

The members of the PPHA are united by a common interest to collect,
preserve, restore, and display police artifacts and memorabilia. The
ultimate goal of the association is to establish a museum to display our
collection. We hope police officers, their family members, and members
of the community will have a place to relive the local history of policing.
In addition, the association's members hope to foster positive
community relationships through educational and safety programs.


Pittsburgh Police Historical Association - Executive Board


Kim Sweeney - President  


Cristyn Zett - Vice President


To be filled - Recording Secretary


Becky Cyr - Treasurer


Ken Wagner - Financial Secretary


Dave Jellison - Curator
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