Back when we were walking Allegheny Center, our encounter with a sculpture in the park prompted a discussion about public art–the concept, the evolution, the impact on a neighborhood. This week, Pop City included an article about “the art of public art.” We thought it shed some light on the subject and wanted to share. We [...]
Allegheny Center is one of the smaller neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, often considered to be a part of Central Northside, and much of the neighborhood consists of park space. We started our walk on Cedar Avenue, at the eastern entrance to Allegheny Commons Park, and followed the path along North Avenue.
Located in Pittsburgh’s lower North Side, Allegheny Center is bound by North Ave. on the north, Cedar Ave. on the east, Brighton Rd. on the west, and a railroad on the south. It includes West Park, the Children’s Museum, the New Hazlett Theater, and the National Aviary.
