August Wilson House, Pittsburgh

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August Wilson House at 1727 Bedford Avenue in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, was built in the 1840s and was the childhood home for his first 12 years of playwright August Wilson. The house was placed on the List of City of Pittsburgh historic designations on February 26, 2008, and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 30, 2013. ()

Built: 1840 (184 years ago)Elevation: 1007 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°26'43"N, 79°59'8"W

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1801 Cliff StCentral Pittsburgh (Crawford Roberts Hill)Pittsburgh 15219-3663 United States

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+1 412-682-7275

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August Wilson House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: PPG Paints Arena, Benedum Center, David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Heinz History Center.

0.4 miSW
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...
0.8 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh
20 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...
0.6 miW
Convention center
David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh
15 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...
~1880 ftW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh
10 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...
0.8 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Warner Centre, Pittsburgh
22 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...
0.9 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh
23 min walk • Heinz Hall is a performing arts center and concert hall located at 600 Penn Avenue in the Cultural District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
0.6 miW
Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh
15 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.
0.4 miNW
Bridge
David McCullough Bridge, Pittsburgh
10 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.
0.5 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Church of the Epiphany, Pittsburgh
12 min walk • Church of the Epiphany located at Washington Place and Centre Avenue in the Hill District neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was built in 1902. The church was added to the List of Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation Historic Landmarks in 1998. It is situated next to PPG Paints Arena.
0.6 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
ToonSeum, Pittsburgh
15 min walk • 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.
0.8 miW
Museum, Art gallery
Wood Street Galleries, Pittsburgh
20 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to August Wilson House?

Nearby attractions include Veterans Bridge, Pittsburgh (7 min walk), St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church, Pittsburgh (7 min walk), New Granada Theater, Pittsburgh (8 min walk), City View, Pittsburgh (9 min walk).

How to get to August Wilson House by public transport?

The nearest stations to August Wilson House:

Bus

Penn Station D • Lines: 1, 71, Metro Commuter (8 min walk)
Penn Station (9 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (9 min walk)

Light rail

Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (16 min walk)
Wood Street • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (20 min walk)