News & Stories
Progress is happening in downtown Pittsburgh — and we’re pleased to share it here! Our News & Stories section highlights media coverage, original content, and exciting updates about revitalization efforts across the city.
- Economic Development
Pittsburgh’s newest town square and happy hour hangout features floor-to-ceiling public art.
- Placemaking Project
The future of Market Square is beginning to take shape.
- Placemaking Project
On June 1, the Richard King Mellon Foundation announced a $10 million grant to Arts Landing.
- Economic Development
From Market Square to Mellon Square and every block in between, Light Up Night welcomes revelers to enjoy downtown festivities all season long.
- Placemaking Project
At Gov. Josh Shapiro’s announcement, the region’s leaders commit to progress in downtown revitalization efforts now and into the future.
- Placemaking Project
Together, Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh, the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, and the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh launched a comprehensive vision to reimagine downtown Pittsburgh over the next 10 years. From economic development plans to clean and safe efforts, and housing initiatives to placemaking projects, this vision will guide revitalization efforts now and into the future.
- Economic Development
Jennie Reyes and her shop AZ Home Details throw open the doors on Seventh Avenue with an unmistakable warmth, serving up seasonal goodies for residents, employees and visitors.
- Housing
Across the downtown skyline, iconic forms are adapting new functions. While they’ll never scrape steely skies or bear a corporate logo, they punctuate the landscape with personality and surprising history.