North Park’s iconic water tower finds new purpose as a public observation site
Closed to the public for about 30 years, the tower is being renovated and is slated to reopen by fall 2023.
24 Mar 2022
Pittsburgh will soon have 6 new parks spanning 300-plus acres and 11 neighborhoods
"They’re mostly preservation areas, natural and perfect for hiking. They’re essential, small natural preserves.”
16 Dec 2021
6 Pittsburgh parks shine during Parks Conservancy celebration that launches podcast
“It’s important to us that we are serving all citizens of the city of Pittsburgh.”
30 Sep 2021
Pittsburgh creates new interactive guide to parks and trails
The new Citiparks website not only features in-depth information on the five regional parks, but also the city’s 10 community parks, five riverfront parks and 150 neighborhood parks.
17 Aug 2021
Who are the people creating new art for Pittsburgh parks?
A $500,000 grant will fund original works of public art in Pittsburgh's five largest parks.
02 Jun 2021
Pittsburgh seeks artists for $500,000 in large-scale public artworks for city parks
Artists are invited to apply, and may be awarded up to $100,000 for a project.
11 Mar 2021
26 ways to have fun outdoors during a Pittsburgh winter
From hiking to snow tubing, there are lots of great ways for families to make the most of the great outdoors all winter long.
15 Feb 2021
10 great creeks to explore around Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh region boasts lots of great creeks for wading, exploring and enjoying waterfalls.
27 Aug 2020
What we love and don’t love about all the national press Pittsburgh is getting
Pittsburgh is getting more buzz than ever—so how's it landing locally? We asked a number of community leaders to weigh in on what it means to them.
04 Apr 2016