Josh Gibson Field, Pittsburgh

#545 among attractions in Pittsburgh

Sport venue, Sport

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Josh Gibson Field is a baseball venue located in the Hill District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The field was known as Ammon Field or sometimes Ammons Field until 2008, when it was renamed for Baseball Hall of Fame player Josh Gibson. ()

Opened: 1928 (97 years ago)Coordinates: 40°26'55"N, 79°58'40"W

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2217 Bedford AveCentral Pittsburgh (Bedford Dwellings)Pittsburgh United States

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Josh Gibson Field – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: PPG Paints Arena, Petersen Events Center, Heinz History Center, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.

0.9 miSW
Sport venue, Sport
PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh
23 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...
0.9 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Petersen Events Center, Pittsburgh
23 min walk • The Petersen Events Center, commonly referred to as "The Pete," is a prominent sports venue located in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, United States. This state-of-the-art facility serves as the home court for the University of Pittsburgh's men's and women's basketball...
0.8 miW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh, the Heinz History Center stands as a proud testament to the rich tapestry of Western Pennsylvania's past. This museum, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, is the largest history museum in Pennsylvania and offers a deep dive...
0.7 miNE
Church, Neo-baroque architecture
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Pittsburgh
20 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church stands as a beacon of faith and community. This Catholic church, with its distinctive architectural design, serves as a spiritual home for many of the city's residents.
0.6 miW
Bridge
David McCullough Bridge, Pittsburgh
16 min walk • The David McCullough Bridge, commonly and historically known as the 16th Street Bridge, is a steel trussed through arch bridge that spans the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
0.4 miNW
Church
St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Pittsburgh
10 min walk • St. Stanislaus Kostka Church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, referred to in Polish as Kościół Świętego Stanisława Kostki is a historic church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh. Located in the Strip District in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, it is a prime example of the so-called 'Polish Cathedral' style of churches.
0.8 miW
Romanesque revival architecture
Byrnes & Kiefer Building, Pittsburgh
22 min walk • The Byrnes & Kiefer Building in the Strip District neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a building from 1892. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
0.7 miSW
Church
St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church, Pittsburgh
17 min walk • St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church is a Black Catholic parish in the Hill District neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1894 and became a personal parish for African-Americans in June 2020.
0.7 miE
Church
John Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church, Pittsburgh
19 min walk • John Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church is a historic African American church in the Hill District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The church, which is one of Pittsburgh's oldest African American faith-based organizations, was founded in 1836 following a series of prayer meetings and preaching services.
~1820 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Historical place
New Granada Theater, Pittsburgh
9 min walk • The New Granada Theater at 2007 Centre Avenue in the Hill District neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was built in 1927 and 1928.
0.7 miN
40°27'27"N • 79°58'24"W
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Pittsburgh
17 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Josh Gibson Field?

Nearby attractions include Hill District, Pittsburgh (7 min walk), New Granada Theater, Pittsburgh (9 min walk), St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Pittsburgh (10 min walk), August Wilson House, Pittsburgh (12 min walk).

How to get to Josh Gibson Field by public transport?

The nearest stations to Josh Gibson Field:

Bus

Penn Station D • Lines: 1, 71, Metro Commuter (19 min walk)
Penn Station (21 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (20 min walk)

Light rail

Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (28 min walk)
Wood Street • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (32 min walk)