In 1889, Mary Schenley donated 300 acres of land to the City of Pittsburgh to create the parkthat bears her name. By the turn of the 20th century, the construction of other amenities transformed Oakland from a partially rural area into Pittsburgh’s original cultural district. Join docents from Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation for a tour that includes Schenley Park, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the Carnegie Library and Museums, and other sites.
Learn how these philanthropic gifts drew people from around the growing industrial city for respite, enlightenment, and aesthetic pleasure. Complete your outing by enjoying GLOWLAND events and activities at Schenley Plaza.
Tour Meeting Point: Outside the Schenley Park Café and Visitor Center, 101 Panther Hollow Road, Pittsburgh 15213
Tour Ending Point: Schenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh 15213
Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time in order to ensure that the tour gets underway on time. Dress for the weather (Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation’s tours proceed in all weather!), and wear comfortable clothing.
By purchasing a ticket for this tour, you acknowledge that you are physically able to undertake the tour, assume all personal risk during the tour, consent to being photographed during the tour, and permit PHLF to use your image in our communications.
This tour is handicap accessible. Please notify us of your needs two business days in advance of the tour.