This memorial is on the North Shore and close to the Vietnam memorial. It sits along the river…read morefront directly across from Stage AE. As others have said in their reviews, this isn't a memorial you just glance at or even walk on by. It provides pivotal information and heartfelt reflection on yet another war that took so many lives. There are inscriptions on all sides and all worth reading. When I am back in my hometown, I like to take strolls along the Riverfront Park and always make a point to stop here and read, no matter how many times I've done it before. If you're a history buff, this one's for you.

"Come, you masters of war, You that build the big guns…read moreYou that build the death planes You that build all the bombs" (Bob Dylan) This enormous memorial covers so much ground. It has flag poles, soaring panels, sculpted bases, murals, photo collages, and twenty-four black stone panels etched with white lettering that collectively tell the story of World War II and Pittsburgh's role in the war effort. The Pearl Harbor Panel reads in part: "In less than 90 minutes the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor took a terrible toll: 18 ships lost; 2,386 Americans killed; 1,139 wounded. That count would come later. Just days after the event, an American seaman had his own view: "Well, we arrived at Pearl Harbor this morning and we were all prepared to see a sad sight...but we were still appalled at the amount of damage done. It was the greatest disaster that had befallen any navy. All of this was mighty heartbreaking, and I saw many a tear...But the men were not broken in morale...We lost the first round but are not whipped. We are just mad. We do not understand how a nation can do a thing like that. If they thought our morale would break, they are badly mistaken. We want to fight." Frank B. Hass diary entry, December 15, 1941 The Pittsburgh War Effort Panel reads in part: "Winning the War required contributions from everyone. Families "did without" as producers of home front necessities retooled to turn out munitions and military equipment. Bombers were built in former canneries; pickle plants were converted to assemble pursuit planes; and factories once devoted to the production of baby carriages now manufactured components of guns. The American Bantam Car Company in nearby Butler developed a prototype of the Jeep in 1940 and manufactured 2,675 of the vehicles during the War. "I, along with 10,000 other people, attended a launching today...(of) an ocean-going ship...built here at Pittsburgh...The most interesting thing...is that this sea-going vessel, launched out here on the Ohio River, came off an assembly line!"- Lowell Thomas, newscaster, March 5, 1942 "I wish...that the names of all the men who were doing this great production job in Pittsburgh could be written into the war history. Every time I approach Pittsburgh, especially by plane, I get a sense of tremendous power, a sense of accomplishment. Pittsburgh thrills you." - Frank Knox, Secretary of the Navy I loved how this memorial embraced the sacrifice of the entire country- military, civilians, industry, local involvement, and three panels dedicated to America's women and the various roles they played in the war as nurses, factory workers, and in military service. The Allegheny River and Riverwalk provide a beautiful setting for this majestic memorial.

The world felt a great loss when Mister Rogers left us in 2003. But his death hit Pittsburgh and…read moreWestern Pennsylvania even harder. He was "ours". He still is. He was there for all of us but, he was a Pennsylvanian. The PBS station in Pittsburgh where he filmed was pivotal and groundbreaking. He was one of those very rare truly kind human beings. Few and far between. He only wanted the best for children, for kids to have all that they deserved, to learn, and to be loved. This sculpture on the North Side (sorry, North Shore) is a true testament to the man that he was. An absolutely stunning and perfect piece of art to honor him and his legacy. I never tire of seeing it. I go every chance I get. Even now, he is still here for us...for all of us.

I was a tad too old to appreciate the height of Mister Rogers' popularity, although I always…read moreappreciated his authenticity and the folksy way he conveyed lessons in ethics and moral reasoning without getting too preachy. As a native son of Pittsburgh, he is celebrated extensively at the Heinz History Center which requires an admission charge (review: https://yelp.to/EvLwCw-JP0). However, this congenial memorial is free for anyone to peruse. Located on the North Shore across from Acrisure Stadium, home of the Steelers, it consists of an 11-foot bronze statue of Fred Rogers tying his sneakers like he did on every episode of his long-running TV show. He sits elevated over the Ohio River under a keyhole arch in which a speaker features his voice and music from the show on autoplay. If you're already planning to stroll the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, this is an essential stop. RELATED - Exploring Pittsburgh? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/xlNYwOhSY6

The Sixth Street Bridge renamed for the great Roberto Clemente is one that I would walk across…read moreeveryday when working downtown. I made it part of my lunch walking routine. The bridge that was built in 1928, connects downtown to the North Side & notably PNC Park where the Pittsburgh Pirates play. During games the bridge is shutdown to traffic making it completely pedestrian-friendly. The bridge is construed of steel eye bars. It's part of the Three Sisters Bridges which include the Rachel Carson Bridge & the Warhol Bridge. The bridge has been recently renovated and updated (2023).

Great historic bridge, previously known as the 6th Street Bridge, connecting the Cultural District…read moredowntown crossing the Allegheny River to the North Shore, and PNC Park, the Pirates ballpark. Nice walkway alongside the roadway. During games and events at the stadium the traffic is closed to cars allowing for pedestrians to use the road as a walkway. Very convenient path to the North Shore amenities. Beautiful cityscape views from both ends of the bridge.

The Three Sister Bridges--the Roberto Clemente (Sixth Street) Bridge, the Andy Warhol (Seventh…read moreStreet) Bridge, and the Rachel Carson (Ninth Street) Bridge--are three identical bridges that span the Allegheny River to connect downtown Pittsburgh with the North Shore. All three bridges are self-anchored suspension bridges that were constructed from steel in the 1920s. Pittsburgh has hundreds of bridges, and the Three Sisters might be the most famous with their beautiful yellow paint and their beautiful views of the city. People may drive and walk across the bridges. Furthermore, events such as the Picklesburgh festival are held on the bridges. I have driven over these bridges probably hundreds of times over many years, and occasionally I walk over them for baseball games at the nearby stadium, and I always admire the beauty of the bridges.

Three beautiful yellow Bridges cross the Allegheny River connecting downtown Pittsburgh with the…read moresports stadiums. When there's a baseball game they close the bridge to traffic and pedestrians can walk to the stadium. Nice to see bridges without tolls.

This museum has something for everybody. Whether you are a youngster wanting to control your train…read morearound a track or an older "youngster" reliving the experience of the trains you used to have or any age in between, this is a must see museum when you are in Western Pennsylvania. The upstairs HO scale display is a thing of beauty and of the history of the rails in Western PA as close to the real trains and buildings existing in the 1950s. Well worth the price of admission and the caretakers/hobbyists are there to provide information or answer questions about the display or about the history of the museum.

I have been to model train exhibits before and have always enjoyed them. Usually these exhibits…read moreare modest in size because of the time, money, hands and other resources required to build and maintain them. Additionally, in my experience they are usually meant to portray hypothetical settings rather than resemble actual places. So, I was quite surprised at both the scope of this particular project as well as the fact that this is a miniaturized cross section of the city of Pittsburgh from 1953 that stretches from downtown toward Ohio Pyle and beyond. Its many historical details are pleasingly accurate as anyone can attest to through research on the internet. For me, I had the privilege of having my Dad and Uncle there (both of whom were living in Pittsburgh in that year and were excited at getting to walk through their childhood city). Walking through the room and experiencing it through their eyes made it perhaps even more enjoyable. I would strongly recommend this to anyone who has an interest in this very specific category of art. It is definitely worth the entrance fee. Also, a huge shout-out to those who worked on creating this masterpiece. Please keep it up!

How have I never reviewed this landmark in my hometown?…read moreBeen here several times, especially when folks would visit from out of town. It's such a fantastic piece of history to be shared with locals and tourists alike. The sculpture pays homage to George Washington's meeting with the Native American (Seneca) leader, Guyasuta. If you're not aware of that history, do yourself a favor and read up about it. Fascinating stuff. Such an incredible piece of art to come in contact with.

It's actually called "POINTS of View." This statue and overlook is located on Mt. Washington in…read morePittsburgh. It is a fantastic place to watch the sun rise over the city or get a view during the day or evening. The Statue portrays a meeting between Chief Guyasuta, and George Washington. It's worth checking out, and is also one of the trailheads for the Emerald View Park Trail (see separate Yelp listing). Cheers!!!

The Distillery Complex originally served as Joseph S. Finch's rickhouse in the 1800s. Recently, the…read morebuilding was renovated into a six-story entertainment venue, which includes The Finch rooftop bar, The Drawing Room cigar lounge, The Reserve event venue, the Big Spring Spirits Distillery and Bottle Shop, and event spaces. Some spaces are still being remodeled. My husband and I ate lunch at The Finch, which I will review separately on Yelp. The Distillery Complex definitely provided gorgeous views of the Pittsburgh skyline, Monongahela River, and subway trains.

The Greenfield Bridge got a much needed makeover back in 2017. The structure which had been in…read moreplace since around 1920-1921 was replaced. In addition, there are new bike lanes and sidewalks for pedestrians. What an improvement. I truly believe you can feel it while driving. If you're not familiar with Pittsburgh or going to visit, this bridge crosses over Parkway East and it leads to Schenley Park from the city's Greenfield neighborhood.

This is a nice bridge that is maintained well enough for the community. It has those nice posts by…read morethe entrance.