West End Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh

Name: West End Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Address: 47 Wabash Street, Pittsburgh, United States

#317 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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The West End Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, located at 47 Wabash Street in the West End neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, opened on January 31, 1899. It was originally commissioned as part of Andrew Carnegie's first grant to Pittsburgh and was the third library in the Pittsburgh city system to open, following the Main Branch and the Lawrenceville Branch. ()

Coordinates: 40°26'24"N, 80°2'2"W

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47 Wabash StreetWest EndPittsburgh United States

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West End Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heinz Field, Point of View Sculpture, Miniature Railroad & Village, Bicycle Heaven.

1.1 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
Heinz Field, Pittsburgh
28 min walk • Heinz Field, a towering edifice of sports and entertainment, stands proudly along the North Shore of Pittsburgh, United States. This colossal stadium, with a seating capacity of 68,400, is home to the city's beloved NFL team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and also hosts the...
0.7 miE
Monuments and statues
Point of View Sculpture, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • The Point of View Sculpture is an iconic landmark situated on the scenic Mount Washington overlook in Pittsburgh, United States. This bronze statue captures a significant historical moment between two of the city's founding figures: George Washington and the Seneca...
0.9 miNE
Museum, Science museum
Miniature Railroad & Village, Pittsburgh
24 min walk • Nestled within the storied city of Pittsburgh lies a hidden gem that captivates both the young and the young at heart: the Miniature Railroad & Village. This enchanting museum exhibit, located at the Carnegie Science Center, offers visitors a unique blend of history...
1.1 miN
Museum, Specialty museum
Bicycle Heaven, Pittsburgh
29 min walk • Bicycle Heaven is a unique museum that pedals through the streets of Pittsburgh, United States, offering an extraordinary journey into the world of bicycles. This remarkable haven for cycling enthusiasts and history buffs alike is the largest bicycle museum in the...
0.9 miNE
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
Carnegie Science Center, Pittsburgh
24 min walk • The Carnegie Science Center, a beacon of discovery in Pittsburgh, stands as an interactive hub for science enthusiasts of all ages. Nestled along the banks of the Ohio River, this dynamic museum offers an extensive array of exhibits, activities, and programs designed...
0.8 miNE
Nightlife, Casino, Gambling
Rivers Casino, Pittsburgh
21 min walk • Rivers Casino Pittsburgh stands as a premier entertainment destination in the heart of Pittsburgh, United States. Nestled along the Ohio River, this sprawling casino offers a vibrant gaming experience, with over 2,500 slot machines and 100 table games, including poker...
1.1 miE
Bridge
Fort Pitt Bridge, Pittsburgh
29 min walk • Spanning the Monongahela River, the Fort Pitt Bridge stands as an iconic structure in the city of Pittsburgh, United States. An integral part of the city's skyline, this steel bowstring arch bridge was opened to traffic in 1959, connecting the Fort Pitt Tunnel...
0.4 miN
Park
West End Overlook, Pittsburgh
11 min walk • The West End-Elliott Overlook Park is a small municipal park and scenic viewpoint in the Elliott neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 2003 the park was redesigned with landscaped gardens and a walkway under shade trees. Terraced stone banks provide seats for tourists.
0.9 miNE
Historical place, History museum, Ship
USS Requin, Pittsburgh
23 min walk • USS Requin, a Tench-class submarine, was the only ship of the United States Navy to be named after the requin, French for shark. Since 1990 it has been a museum ship at The Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
0.7 miE
Park, Lookout
Point of View Park, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • Point of View Park is a parklet in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It sits on the edge of Mount Washington on the westernmost end of Grand View Scenic Byway Park, of which it is a part, and the Grand View Scenic Byway, a designated Pennsylvania scenic byway. The park is named for a landmark 2006 public sculpture in bronze by James A.
0.6 miNE
Bridge
West End Bridge, Pittsburgh
15 min walk • The West End Bridge is a steel bowstring arch bridge over the Ohio River in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, approximately one mile below the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers.

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Which popular attractions are close to West End Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh?

Nearby attractions include West End, Pittsburgh (6 min walk), Elliott, Pittsburgh (10 min walk), West End Overlook, Pittsburgh (11 min walk), West End Bridge, Pittsburgh (15 min walk).

How to get to West End Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh by public transport?

The nearest stations to West End Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh:

Bus

Fingal St at Rutledge St • Lines: 40 (10 min walk)
Sheraden (34 min walk)

Light rail

Allegheny • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (26 min walk)