ToonSeum, Pittsburgh

Name: ToonSeum
Address: 945 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, 15222-3729, United States
Telephone: +1 412-232-0199

#82 among attractions in Pittsburgh

Museum, Art museum, Art gallery, Shopping

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Facts and practical information

ToonSeum: Pittsburgh Museum of Cartoon Art is a museum devoted exclusively to the cartoon arts, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ToonSeum is one of three museums dedicated to cartoon art in the United States. ToonSeum moved to its own gallery space on Liberty Avenue in Pittsburgh's downtown Cultural District on November 8, 2009, aided by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. It is currently led by John Kelly. ()

Coordinates: 40°26'37"N, 79°59'47"W

Address

945 Liberty AveCentral Pittsburgh (Downtown Pittsburgh)Pittsburgh 15222-3729 United States

Contact

+1 412-232-0199

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Day trips

ToonSeum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: PPG Paints Arena, PNC Park, Benedum Center, David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

0.5 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh
12 min walk • PPG Paints Arena, situated in the bustling city of Pittsburgh, United States, is an emblematic sports venue known for hosting a myriad of events, ranging from thrilling hockey games to high-octane concerts. Opened in 2010, this state-of-the-art facility is the home...
0.5 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
PNC Park, Pittsburgh
14 min walk • PNC Park, a gem of Pittsburgh and a celebrated sport venue, stands as a testament to America's favorite pastime: baseball. Nestled on the North Shore of the Allegheny River, this iconic ballpark serves as the home of the Pittsburgh Pirates, the city's Major League...
~980 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh
5 min walk • The Benedum Center, a crown jewel of Pittsburgh's Cultural District, stands as a testament to the city's rich history in the performing arts. Originally known as the Stanley Theatre when it opened its doors in 1928, this grand venue was designed in the opulent style of...
~770 ftN
Convention center
David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh
4 min walk • The David L. Lawrence Convention Center stands as a testament to contemporary design and environmental stewardship in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, United States. This expansive facility, named after a former mayor of Pittsburgh, is not only an architectural...
~1540 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Warner Centre, Pittsburgh
8 min walk • Warner Centre, located in the heart of Pittsburgh in the United States, is a facility that combines the elegance of shopping with easy access to a variety of services. This shopping center offers residents and tourists a unique space where they can find a wide...
~1640 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Byham Theater, Pittsburgh
8 min walk • The Byham Theater is a landmark building at 101 Sixth Street in the Cultural District of Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
~1480 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh
8 min walk • Heinz Hall is a performing arts center and concert hall located at 600 Penn Avenue in the Cultural District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
~220 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh
2 min walk • The August Wilson African American Cultural Center is a U.S. nonprofit arts organization based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that presents performing and visual arts programs that celebrate the contributions of African Americans not only in Western Pennsylvania, but nationally and internationally.
~1190 ftS
Park, Outdoor activities
Mellon Green, Pittsburgh
6 min walk • Mellon Green is an urban park in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The green, bounded by Grant Street, Ross Street, and Oliver and Sixth avenues, is surrounded by many prominent downtown buildings including the U.S.
~940 ftSW
Museum, Art gallery
Wood Street Galleries, Pittsburgh
5 min walk • Wood Street Galleries, a visual arts project of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, is a gallery located in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The gallery occupies the upper floors of the Max Azen company building, above the Wood Street light rail stop.
~1010 ftSW
Church
Trinity Cathedral, Pittsburgh
5 min walk • Trinity Cathedral is an Episcopal Church in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and is the cathedral for the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh. The present Gothic church was completed in 1872 on the site of a hilltop cemetery on land deeded by heirs of Pennsylvania founder William Penn to the congregation's founders.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is ToonSeum open?

ToonSeum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 11 am - 5 pm
Thursday 11 am - 5 pm
Friday 11 am - 5 pm
Saturday 11 am - 5 pm
Sunday 11 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to ToonSeum?

Nearby attractions include Penn–Liberty Historic District, Pittsburgh (1 min walk), August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh (2 min walk), Ewart Building, Pittsburgh (2 min walk), Fort Lafayette, Pittsburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to ToonSeum by public transport?

The nearest stations to ToonSeum:

Bus

Liberty Ave opp Smithfield St • Lines: 1, 3, 4, P10 (1 min walk)
Liberty Ave at Smithfield St • Lines: 1, 3, 4 (1 min walk)

Light rail

Wood Street • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (5 min walk)
Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (7 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (7 min walk)