August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh

Name: August Wilson African American Cultural Center
Address: Pittsburgh, United States
Telephone: +1 412-258-2700

#68 among attractions in Pittsburgh

Museum, Art museum, Concert hall

August Wilson African American Cultural Center

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August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh

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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. ()

Capacity: 472Coordinates: 40°26'36"N, 79°59'45"W

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Central Pittsburgh (Downtown Pittsburgh)Pittsburgh United States

Contact

+1 412-258-2700

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August Wilson African American Cultural Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.4 miSE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is August Wilson African American Cultural Center open?

August Wilson African American Cultural Center is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday 11 am - 6 pm
Friday 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to August Wilson African American Cultural Center?

Nearby attractions include ToonSeum, Pittsburgh (2 min walk), Penn–Liberty Historic District, Pittsburgh (2 min walk), Joseph F. Weis, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Ewart Building, Pittsburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to August Wilson African American Cultural Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to August Wilson African American Cultural Center:

Bus

Liberty Ave past 10th St • Lines: 87M, 87S (1 min walk)
Liberty Ave opp Smithfield St • Lines: 1, 3, 4, P10 (1 min walk)

Light rail

Wood Street • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (6 min walk)
Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (6 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (7 min walk)