All photography provided by Jordan Kay

The Mexican War Streets Society (MWSS) was founded in 1969 as a non-profit organization to preserve the historic character of the Mexican War Streets and to promote the neighborhood through personal and community involvement.

We represent the interests of those who live in the Mexican War Streets neighborhood, located on Pittsburgh’s North Side, which is a federally- and partially city-designated historic district. The MWS neighborhood is located in the greater Central Northside community. The general boundaries of the Mexican War Streets federal historic district are Brighton Road to Federal Street (on the east and west) and North Avenue to Jefferson Street (on the south and north).

Our organization continues to build upon our rich tradition of preserving the residential integrity and promoting the historic significance of our streets and buildings. Above all, we strive to engage and update community members through bimonthly general membership meetings and special events, such as our Mexican War Streets House & Garden Tour and The Mexican War Streets Yard Sale.

Ask anyone who lives in the Mexican War Streets what they love most about our neighborhood, and you’ll probably get a variety of answers—the beautiful Victorian houses on quiet, tree-lined streets; the area’s rich history; and the friendly, welcoming people. 

"We may live in Victorian houses, but we don’t live Victorian lifestyles."