Oakland Public School, Pittsburgh

Name: Oakland Public School
Address: Pittsburgh, United States

#503 among attractions in Pittsburgh

Romanesque revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Oakland Public School also known as the Holmes School in the South Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania was built in 1893 and expanded in 1899. It is believed that Ulysses J.L. Peoples designed the building. The school was scheduled to be closed in 1986. ()

Coordinates: 40°25'56"N, 79°57'16"W

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Central Pittsburgh (South Oakland)Pittsburgh United States

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Oakland Public School – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: SouthSide Works, Phipps Conservatory, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Frick Fine Arts Building.

0.6 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Cinema
SouthSide Works, Pittsburgh
17 min walk • SouthSide Works, a contemporary lifestyle center nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh, has rapidly become a bustling hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Situated on the South Side of the city, this open-air complex spans several city blocks and offers a diverse...
0.6 miNE
Park, Garden, Historical place
Phipps Conservatory, Pittsburgh
15 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, Phipps Conservatory stands as a verdant oasis amid the urban landscape. This historic botanical garden, established in 1893, offers a serene escape with its elaborate collection of plants and breathtaking glasshouse...
0.8 miN
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
21 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Pittsburgh, the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh are a treasured constellation of culture and history. This prestigious group includes four distinctive museums: the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, the...
0.7 miN
Museum, Art museum, Art
Frick Fine Arts Building, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • Nestled within the verdant grounds of the University of Pittsburgh, the Frick Fine Arts Building stands as a beacon of cultural enrichment in the bustling city of Pittsburgh, United States. This historic structure is not only a hub for the university's Department of...
0.4 miSW
Bridge
Hot Metal Bridge, Pittsburgh
11 min walk • The Hot Metal Bridge is a truss bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that crosses the Monongahela River. The bridge consists of two parallel spans on a single set of piers: the former Monongahela Connecting Railroad Bridge, built in 1887, on the upstream side and the former Hot Metal Bridge, built in 1900, on the downstream side.
0.7 miE
Park, View point
Schenley Park, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • Schenley Park is a large municipal park located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, between the neighborhoods of Oakland, Greenfield, and Squirrel Hill. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a historic district. In 2011, the park was named one of "America's Coolest City Parks" by Travel + Leisure.
~1230 ftW
Sacred and religious sites
Shrine of the Blessed Mother, Pittsburgh
6 min walk • The Shrine of the Blessed Mother, also known as Our Lady of the Parkway and the Queen of Peace, is located at 6 Wakefield Street in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The shrine overlooks the Penn-Lincoln Parkway.
0.7 miNE
Bridge
Schenley Bridge, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • Schenley Bridge connects Schenley Plaza to Schenley Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It carries Schenley Drive over Junction Hollow to Frew Street and Flagstaff Hill.
0.7 miN
Museum
University of Pittsburgh School of Education, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • The University of Pittsburgh School of Education consists of five academic departments: Administrative and Policy Studies, Health and Physical Activity, Instruction and Learning, Learning Sciences & Policy, and Psychology in Education.
0.7 miN
Monuments and statues
Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • The Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain, also known as A Song to Nature, is a 1918 landmark public sculpture in bronze and granite by Victor David Brenner.
0.6 miSE
Church
Saint John Chrysostom Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittsburgh
15 min walk • St. John Chrysostom Byzantine Catholic Church is a historic Eastern Catholic church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Oakland Public School?

Nearby attractions include Shrine of the Blessed Mother, Pittsburgh (6 min walk), Hot Metal Bridge, Pittsburgh (11 min walk), Oakland Square Historic District, Pittsburgh (12 min walk), Panther Hollow Lake, Pittsburgh (12 min walk).

How to get to Oakland Public School by public transport?

The nearest stations to Oakland Public School:

Bus

Fifth Avenue opposite Craft Avenue • Lines: 71B (17 min walk)
Atwood Station • Lines: 71B (18 min walk)