Pittsburgh

Extracted Attributes

• Area

  58 square miles

• State

  Pennsylvania

• County

  Allegheny County

• Country

  United States

• Founder

  George Washington

• Elevation

  1,223 feet

• Nicknames

  Steel City, City of Bridges

• Population

  302,971 (2020 Census)

• Number of Bridges

  446

Timeline

• Founding of Pittsburgh (Source: Wikidata)

  1758-11-26

• Pittsburgh becomes the seat of Allegheny County (Source: Britannica)

  1788-01-01

• Pittsburgh is incorporated as a city (Source: Britannica)

  1816-01-01

• Pittsburgh hosts the G20 summit (Source: Wikipedia)

  2009-09-24

• The 2020 Census records a population of 302,971 (Source: Wikipedia)

  2020-04-01

• Pittsburgh is scheduled to host the NFL Draft (Source: VisitPittsburgh)

  2026-04-23

Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh ( PITS-burg) is a city in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States, and its county seat. Located in southwestern Pennsylvania where the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers meet to form the Ohio River, it had a population of 302,971 at the 2020 census, making it the second-most populous city in Pennsylvania. The Pittsburgh metropolitan area has over 2.43 million people, making it the largest in the Ohio Valley and Appalachia, the second-largest in Pennsylvania, and the 28th-largest in the U.S. The greater Pittsburgh–Weirton–Steubenville combined statistical area includes parts of Ohio and West Virginia. Pittsburgh is known as "the Steel City" for its dominant role in the history of the U.S. steel industry. It developed as a vital link of the Atlantic coast and Midwest, as the mineral-rich Allegheny Mountains led to the region being contested by the French and British empires, Virginians, Whiskey Rebels, and Civil War raiders. For part of the 20th century, Pittsburgh was behind only New York City and Chicago in corporate headquarters employment; it had the most U.S. stockholders per capita. Deindustrialization in the late 20th century resulted in massive layoffs among blue-collar workers as steel and other heavy industries declined, coinciding with several Pittsburgh-based corporations moving out of the city. However, the city divested from steel and, since the 1990s, Pittsburgh has focused its energies on the healthcare, education, and technology industries. Pittsburgh is home to large medical providers, including the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Allegheny Health Network, as well as 68 colleges and universities, including Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh. The area has served as the federal agency headquarters for cyber defense, software engineering, robotics, energy research, and the nuclear navy. The city is home to ten Fortune 500 companies and seven of the largest 300 U.S. law firms. Pittsburgh is sometimes called the "City of Bridges" for its 446 bridges. Its rich industrial history left the area with renowned cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a diverse cultural district. The city's major league professional sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates. Pittsburgh is additionally where Jehovah's Witnesses traces its earliest origins, and was the host of the 2009 G20 Pittsburgh summit.

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• Pittsburgh - Wikipedia

  Pittsburgh (/ˈ p ɪ t s b ɜːr ɡ/_PITS-burg_) is a city in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States, and its county seat. Located in southwestern Pennsylvania where the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers meet to form the Ohio River, it had a population of 302,971 at the 2020 census, making it the second-most populous city in Pennsylvania. The Pittsburgh metropolitan area has over 2.43 million people, making it the largest in the Ohio Valley and Appalachia, the second-largest in Pennsylvania, and the 28th-largest in the U.S. The greater Pittsburgh–Weirton–Steubenville combined statistical area includes parts of Ohio and West Virginia. [...] The city is located on the Allegheny Plateau, within the ecoregion of the Western Allegheny Plateau "Western Allegheny Plateau (ecoregion)").( The Downtown area (also known as the Golden Triangle) sits where the Allegheny River flows from the northeast and the Monongahela River from the southeast to form the Ohio River. The convergence is at Point State Park and is referred to as "the Point". The city extends east to include the Oakland "Oakland (Pittsburgh)") and Shadyside "Shadyside (Pittsburgh)") sections, which are home to the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Chatham University, Carnegie Museum and Library, and many other educational, medical, and cultural institutions. The southern, western, and northern areas of the city are primarily residential. [...] Pittsburgh is sometimes called the "City of Bridges" for its 446 bridges.( Its rich industrial history left the area with renowned cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a diverse cultural district.( The city's major league professional sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates. Pittsburgh is additionally where Jehovah's Witnesses traces its earliest origins, and was the host of the 2009 G20 Pittsburgh summit. Etymology [edit] Main article: Name of Pittsburgh

• Pittsburgh | Location, History, Teams, Attractions, & Facts - Britannica

  Pittsburgh, city, seat (1788) of Allegheny county, southwestern Pennsylvania, U.S. The city is located at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers, which unite at the point of the “Golden Triangle” (the business district) to form the Ohio River. A city of hills, parks, and valleys, it is the centre of an urban industrial complex that includes the surrounding cities of Aliquippa (northwest), New Kensington (northeast), McKeesport (southeast), and Washington (southwest) and the borough of Wilkinsburg (east). Inc. borough, 1794; city, 1816. Area city, 58 square miles (150 square km). Pop. (2010) 305,704; Pittsburgh Metro Area, 2,356,285; (2020) 302,971; Pittsburgh Metro Area, 2,370,930. ## History [...] Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (1893), which covers 15 acres (6 hectares), is noted for its extensive greenhouses. The city’s zoo, in the northeastern Highland Park neighbourhood, includes an aquarium. Two new sports venues opened in 2001 on the north bank of the Allegheny opposite the Golden Triangle: PNC Park is home of the Pirates, the city’s professional baseball team, and Acrisure Stadium houses the Steelers, its professional football team. The Penguins, Pittsburgh’s professional ice hockey team, plays at PPG Paints Arena. Popular summertime attractions include riverboat excursions on Pittsburgh’s waterways and Kennywood, an amusement park southeast of the city in West Mifflin. [...] Central to the city’s cultural life is the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh (formerly Carnegie Institute), an umbrella organization consisting of a number of institutions. Its museums include those for the fine arts and natural history (both founded in 1895), the Carnegie Science Center (1991), which now also houses the Henry Buhl, Jr., Planetarium and Observatory (1939), and the Andy Warhol Museum (1994), which exhibits the works of the Pittsburgh-born artist and filmmaker. Other institutions affiliated with the organization are the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, which contains more than 3.3 million volumes, and the Carnegie Music Hall. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs at Heinz Hall, a restored movie theatre.

• Fast Facts | Point Park University | Pittsburgh, PA

  Skip to main content # Fast Facts ### Founded 1758 ### Population 334,563 (City of Pittsburgh) 1.33 million (Allegheny County) ### Area 55 sq. mi. ### Elevation 1,223 ft. ### Average Temperature Spring - High: 61 Low: 38 Avg.: 49 Summer - High: 83 Low: 59 Avg.: 71 Fall - High: 64 Low: 42 Avg.: 53 Winter - High: 39 Low: 22 Avg.: 30 ### Sports Pittsburgh eats, drinks and sleeps major league sports. Our Steelers have won the Super Bowl six times. The Penguins have raised the Stanley Cup five times. And the Pirates have won the World Series five times. ### Recent Awards Pittsburgh was recently named the "2nd best U.S. city to launch your career" by WalletHub. [...] Among 19 destinations, Pittsburgh was the only city in the United States that made National Geographic Traveller's "The Cool List of 2019." Additionally, Pittsburgh was named the second most liveable city in America, and No. 32 globally, according to The Global Liveability Index of 2018. Other accolades include: #### 2018 [...] ### Interesting Facts Pittsburgh is within 500 miles of more than half of the population of the U.S. Pittsburgh has 446 bridges, more than Venice, Italy. More than 10 million people visit the city annually. Pittsburgh is the largest inland port in the country. The Pittsburgh suburbs were home to many great NFL quarterbacks including Joe Montana, Dan Marino, Joe Namath, Johnny Unitas, and Jim Kelly. The Andy Warhol Museum is the largest single-artist museum in North America. ### Famous Firsts Commercial radio station - KDKA Polio vaccine Heart and liver transplant Big Mac Ferris wheel Newspaper west of the Alleghenies U.S. Public TV station - WQED Source: VisitPittsburgh.com Point Park University 201 Wood Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1984

• Visit Pittsburgh | Official Tourism Site for Pittsburgh, PA

  Arts & Culture Pittsburgh is a city of eclectic cultures, communities and neighborhoods that help create the vibrant arts… Learn More Restaurants & Culinary Global cuisine spanning 90 unique neighborhoods Learn More [...] Learn More ## Get ready for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh A city where mighty bridges stand for strength, progress and innovation. Where three rivers meet in a golden triangle forging a proud legacy of tenacity, grit and termination. Powered by heart and soul, Pittsburgh is a place where football is not just a sport, it’s a way of life. Here, the journey to legend begins – April 23-25, 2026. [...] Partnered with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh has officially been selected to host the NFL Draft… Learn More Celebrate America’s 250th America's 250th marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on…

• Things to Do in Pittsburgh - Events

  Cultural District (Downtown) Downtown Pittsburgh is home to the August Wilson Cultural Center, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Pittsburgh CLO, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Pittsburgh Opera, Pittsburgh Public Theater, and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Arcade Comedy Theater (Downtown) This nonprofit comedy theater features improv, stand-up, and sketch shows. The Strip District - This lively district neighboring Downtown is full of specialty markets, gift shops, bars, and restaurants, including Primanti Bros. original location. Pittsburgh Banjo Club (North Side) - The Pittsburgh Banjo Club hosts a free banjo night every Wednesday. While open to the public, reservations are recommended. [...] Parks and Outdoor Activities Point State Park (Downtown) The confluence of Pittsburgh’s three rivers and home to a 150-ft tall spraying fountain. Kayak Pittsburgh (North Shore) Duquesne Incline - These historical cable cars will provide you with the best view of the city. Schenley Park (Oakland) Frick Park (Point Breeze) Pittsburgh’s largest historic regional park is well known for its famous Blue Slide Playground, recently renamed “Mac Miller’s Blue Slide Park” in honor of the late local rapper. Entertainment and Shopping [...] ## Things to Do in Pittsburgh Things to do in the Pittsburgh Area The conference hotel is surrounded by Pittsburgh Port Authority buses that can take you to all surrounding neighborhoods and is also just blocks away from a light rail station that will quickly take you to the North Side/North Shore. If you’d rather stay put Downtown, visit downtownpittsburgh.com/visit/ for a comprehensive listing of what this neighborhood has to offer. Visit the Pittsburgh City Paper’s event guide or check out this official guide to Pittsburgh from Visit Pittsburgh for local events and activities. Museums/Attractions

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• Country

  United States

• Founder

  George Washington

• Located In

  Allegheny County

• Instance Of

  Q62049

• Population

  302,971

• Coordinates

  Lat: 40.441666666, Lon: -80.0

• Inception Date

  11/26/1758