Shrine of the Blessed Mother, Pittsburgh

#94 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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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. Built in the Vernacular style, the shrine historically and currently acts as a place of worship for Catholic worshippers. In March 2020, Preservation Pittsburgh nominated the site for City of Pittsburgh Historic Landmark status. Pittsburgh City Council voted to designate the Shrine of the Blessed Mother as a historic structure on October 6, 2020. ()

Coordinates: 40°25'54"N, 79°57'32"W

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Central Pittsburgh (South Oakland)Pittsburgh United States

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Shrine of the Blessed Mother – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: SouthSide Works, Phipps Conservatory, Petersen Events Center, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.

0.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Cinema
SouthSide Works, Pittsburgh
12 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...
0.8 miNE
Park, Garden, Historical place
Phipps Conservatory, Pittsburgh
20 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...
0.9 miN
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...
0.9 miN
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
23 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...
0.8 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Art
Frick Fine Arts Building, Pittsburgh
21 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...
~1260 ftS
Bridge
Hot Metal Bridge, Pittsburgh
7 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.
0.8 miNE
Museum
University of Pittsburgh School of Education, Pittsburgh
21 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.
0.8 miW
Bridge
Birmingham Bridge, Pittsburgh
21 min walk • The Birmingham Bridge is a bowstring arch bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, which crosses over the Monongahela River. The bridge connects East Carson Street on the South Side with Fifth and Forbes Avenues going to Uptown, Oakland, and the Hill District.
0.8 miNE
Monuments and statues
Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain, Pittsburgh
21 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.
0.8 miE
Church
Saint John Chrysostom Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittsburgh
20 min walk • St. John Chrysostom Byzantine Catholic Church is a historic Eastern Catholic church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
0.4 miSW
Park
J&L Tunnel, Pittsburgh
10 min walk • J&L Tunnel is a tunnel on CSX Transportation's Pittsburgh Subdivision, at the former location of Jones and Laughlin Steel Company. The tunnel was used to allow trains on the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad to bypass the Jones and Laughlin steel mill, by passing under it.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shrine of the Blessed Mother?

Nearby attractions include Oakland Public School, Pittsburgh (6 min walk), Hot Metal Bridge, Pittsburgh (7 min walk), South Shore Riverfront Park, Pittsburgh (9 min walk), J&L Tunnel, Pittsburgh (10 min walk).

How to get to Shrine of the Blessed Mother by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shrine of the Blessed Mother:

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Fifth Avenue at Craft Avenue • Lines: 71B (13 min walk)
Atwood Station • Lines: 71B (18 min walk)