Market Square

Market Square is Pittsburgh’s traditional public square. Located in the heart of downtown, the square welcomes residents, visitors, workers and families for a wide variety of events, restaurants and an opportunity to socialize and soak up the local vibe. Las Velas

Market Square was set aside by the Penn family during the initial development of Pittsburgh in the 1780’s. The Square was designed and intended as a relief from the compact street grid and for local residents to have a place to convene. In 1972, Market Square was designated by the city as its first historic district.

All year long, various events are held here in the square such as the always popular Summer in the Square, Mid Week Music in Market Square, Farmers Markets educational programs for children, Irish Fair in the Square and the Holiday Market in December.

One of Pittsburgh’s most popular events is Light Up Night held here each year the day after Thanksgiving that serves

as the official start of the holiday season. The Downtown Pittsburgh Partnership organizes Light Up Night each year.

In addition to the various gatherings and events here throughout the year, Market Square is home to some of the best dining options in the downtown area. Las Velas is located here and offers a great menu, a fabulous list of tequila and a fantastic view of Market Square.

Whether for a stroll and people watching, an enjoyable meal in the heart of downtown or both, Market Square is an essential part of any visit to Pittsburgh and provides a reprieve from the bustle of a very busy downtown.

Museums & Attractions

The Andy Warhol Museum

117 Sandusky St. 412.237.8300 North Shore warhol.org At The Andy Warhol Museum visitors have the chance to truly experience art. Whether they come to see the museum’s permanent collection, a performance, a visiting artist’s work, a party, or just for lunch, Everyone will find something to talk about, chuckle over, delight in, or ponder.

Benedum Center for the Performing Arts

237 7th Street 412.456.6666 Downtown trustarts.org The 2,800-seat theater is home to Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presentations including PNC Broadway Across America, Pittsburgh Dance Council, CD Live, Pittsburgh International Children’s Theater, Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents.

Carnegie Museums of Art & Natural History 4400 Forbes Ave. 412.622.3131 Oakland cmoa.org carnegiemnh.org Explore two museums for the price of one! From Degas to dinosaurs, ancient Egyptian culture to contemporary art circles, don’t miss the renowned Carnegie collection of artworks and one of the finest dinosaur exhibitions in the world.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater PA Route 381 S 1491 Mill Run Road 724.329.8501 Mill Run, PA fallingwater.org Fallingwater is a house built between 1936 and 1939 over a waterfall in southwest Pennsylvania. Frank Lloyd Wright, America’s most famous architect, designed the house for his clients, the Kaufmann family. It instantly became famous, and today it is a National Historic Landmark. Why is it so famous? It’s a house that doesn’t even appear to stand

on solid ground, but instead stretches out over a 30’ waterfall. It captured everyone’s imagination when it was on the cover of Time magazine in 1938. Advance tickets or reservations are essential.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Kentuck Knob 723 Kentuck Rd. 724.329.1901 Chalk Hill, PA kentuckknob.com Kentuck Knob is located just a few miles southwest of Wright’s masterpiece, Fallingwater. Designed on the hexagonal module, Kentuck Knob is a Usonian house - a signature design of Wright. Both dramatic and serene, Kentuck Knob is situated just below the crest of a hill and appears almost part of the mountain itself. Additional attractions for visitors include a lovely woodland walk and a sculpture collection by artists such as Andy Goldsworthy, Harry Bertoia, and Sir Anthony Caro, and a lovely coffee shop and gift shop. For tour information and more visit: kentuckknob.com or call 724.329.1901

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd. Cleveland, OH 44114 216.781.7625 rockhall.com The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum exists to educate visitors, fans and scholars from around the world about the history and continuing significance of rock and roll music through a world-class museum that collects, preserves, exhibits and interprets this art form and through its library and archives as well as its educational programs.

If you’re ever considering a trip to Cleveland or are passing through the Cleveland area the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum is a must see activity for the casual or serious music fan. Cleveland DJ Alan Freed held what is considered the first rock concert, The Moondog Coronation Ball, in downtown Cleveland in 1952. Cleveland has been a nerve center of Rock and Roll ever since!