MEDIA PLAYBOOK
YOUR GUIDE TO THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH AND ITS STORIES
2026 NFL DRAFT MEDIA PLAYBOOK
WELCOME
On behalf of the Pittsburgh Organizing Committee, we are proud to welcome you to the 2026 NFL Draft. Pittsburgh is built on grit, authenticity, reinvention and teamwork – a place that honors its past while forging what’s next.
Pittsburgh is The Football Town, but hosting the NFL Draft is more than football; it’s an opportunity to showcase our community, culture and momentum on a world stage. Set against a backdrop of rivers, bridges, and a skyline shaped by ingenuity, our region’s enduring spirit shines brightest in its passion for football. Hosting the NFL Draft is a natural extension of who we are— and how we show up on the world stage.
This event is powered by partnership, and by the residents and fans who embody the spirit of this city. We have compiled this guide to help you get to know our city on a deeper level and find the stories worth telling while you’re here, both within the Draft footprint and beyond.
We hope you enjoy your time in Pittsburgh. Whether you are a regular visitor or a first-time guest, we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Sincerely,
The 2026 NFL Draft Local Organizing Committee
MEDIA CONTACTS
Please reach out to the 2026 NFL Draft Communications Subcommittee with any questions:
Emily Hatfield VP, Marketing & Communications VisitPITTSBURGH emily.hatfield@visitpittsburgh.com
Cecelia Cagni Director of Corporate Communications Pittsburgh Steelers cagnic@steelers.nfl.com
Burt Lauten Senior Director of Communications Pittsburgh Steelers lautenb@steelers.nfl.com
Alex Kenzakoski Director, Communications VisitPITTSBURGH alex.kenzakoski@visitpittsburgh.com
PITTSBURGH ESSENTIALS
PITTSBURGH FORGES WHAT’S NEXT. DEFINED BY GRIT, AUTHENTICITY, REINVENTION, AND TEAMWORK, THIS IS A RESILIENT PLACE THAT HONORS ITS PAST WHILE CREATING THE FUTURE.
Our legacy of generosity, creativity, and community fuels breakthrough industries—from steel and energy to robotics, AI, and the arts— making Pittsburgh a place where new ideas take shape and bold thinkers thrive.
The “City that Built America” continues to surprise and inspire, producing innovators, cultural tastemakers, and champions whose influence stretches far beyond our hills. Set against a backdrop of rivers, bridges, and a skyline shaped by ingenuity, Pittsburgh offers natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and an enduring spirit which shines brightest in its passion for football.
PITTSBURGH IS A PLACE THAT NEVER STOPS FORGING FORWARD.
Dustin McGrew
GETTING AROUND
AT FIRST GLANCE, PITTSBURGH’S HILLS AND RIVERS CAN MAKE NAVIGATION FEEL TRICKY—BUT WITH THE RIGHT TIPS (AND A LITTLE SENSE OF ADVENTURE), YOU’LL BE EXPLORING LIKE A LOCAL IN NO TIME.
THE “T” (LIGHT RAIL)
Running through Station Square, Downtown and the North Shore on the “T” is quick and convenient. The best part? Rides will be free during the 2026 NFL Draft.
BUSES
An extensive bus network reaches nearly every corner of the city. To make planning even easier, download the Ready2Ride app (Apple/Google Play) to manage ticket purchases digitally.
PRO TIP
Grab a reloadable ConnectCard for simple, discounted fares.
BIKES
Bike the Burgh and Golden Triangle Bike are both conveniently located Downtown, offering rental options, guided tours and more. Additionally, Pittsburgh’s bike-share program, POGOH, has stations located across the city.
RESOURCES
Getting to the Draft: A Comprehensive Transportation Guide
Dustin McGrew
PITTSBURGH LANDMARKS
THE THREE RIVERS
Yes, Pittsburgh was a steel-making town. But it was and remains a river town – and here at the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio rivers, the city’s river economy remains as important as ever.
Today, more than 16 million tons of freight move through the Port of Pittsburgh and its associated locks and dams each year, making it one of the country’s largest inland ports by volume.
FILMING LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
- Point State Park
- The Duquesne Incline, overlooking the Point - Shore Thing
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Matthew Galluzzo
Presdient and CEO, Pittsburgh Riverlife matt@riverlifepgh.org 412-258-6636 x103
Mary Ann Bucci
Executive Director, Port of Pittsburgh Commission mary-ann@portpitt.com 412-201-7331
RESOURCES
The Story of Pittsburgh’s Riverboats and the Shipping Industry
THE SISTER BRIDGES
Pittsburgh’s Sister Bridges are the only trio of identical bridges known to exist and, along with the Point State Park fountain, the most recognizable visual symbol of Pittsburgh. They are also the first self-anchored suspension spans built in the U.S.
Locals know them as Roberto Clemente, Andy Warhol and the Rachel Carson bridges, reflecting the value Pittsburghers place on sports, the arts, and the environment.
Two of the three bridges will celebrate their 100th birthdays in 2026: the Andy Warhol Bridge on June 17 and the Rachel Carson Bridge on Thanksgiving.
FILMING LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
- David L. Lawrence Convention Center
- The Duquesne Incline, overlooking the Point
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Matthew Falcone President, Preservation Pittsburgh 412-690-0743
Michael Baker International 412-269-6300
Stephen Shanley Director, Allegheny County Public Works 412-350-4005
RESOURCES
Pittsburgh: The City of Bridges
THE INCLINES
For visitors so inclined, the best way to catch a ride in Pittsburgh is in boxy, slow-moving structures that have none of the amenities of modern modes of transportation.
The Duquesne and Monongahela inclines on Mt. Washington are panoramic, inexpensive and just plain neat ways to get around the Steel City.
Pittsburgh was once home to 24 inclines. The two that remain have become symbols of both a Pittsburgh past and thriving present.
FILMING LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
- Riding one of the inclines
- From across the river at Point State Park
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Tom Reinheimer Duquesne Incline Office Manager tomreinheimer@duquesneincline.org
Society for the Preservation of the Duquesne Heights Incline 412-381-1665
RESOURCES
Guide to Riding the Inclines
History of the Mon Incline Hisotry of the Duquesne Incline
PITTSBURGH IS NOT ONLY DEFINED BY ITS SKYLINE AND ITS SPORTS TEAMS, BUT ALSO BY ITS 90 VIBRANT AND WELCOMING NEIGHBORHOODS. SOME OF THE NEIGHBORHOODS IN AND AROUND THE DRAFT FOOTPRINT INCLUDE:
DOWNTOWN
Also known as “The Golden Triangle,” Downtown Pittsburgh is the heart of the city. Along with bustling sidewalks and a flourishing dining scene, this neighborhood is home to Point State Park, one of the primary sites of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Downtown Pittsburgh’s current resurgence is the result of a coordinated, long-term strategy aligned across state, regional and civic leadership.
In October 2025, Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro launched a 10-year, $600 million strategy uniting the private sector, local government, corporate leaders and nonprofits. This effort is expected to help catapult Pittsburgh’s economic and societal evolution.
These investments are bolstered by an intentional and strategic vision plan led by the Allegheny Conference on Community Development. Milestone projects from the first phase of the plan are coming to bear just in time for the NFL Draft, further cementing Downtown Pittsburgh’s role as a livable neighborhood and the region’s central gathering place.
FILMING LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
- Market Square
- Inside the Draft footprint
- Bird’s-eye view from the Incline Upper Station
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Downtown
RESOURCES
Dustin McGrew
EXPLORE OUR NEIGHBORHOODS
NORTH SHORE
The North Shore, which will be one of the primary sites of the 2026 NFL Draft, has been reborn in recent decades as a vibrant entertainment district with a casino, hotels, restaurants, bars, and concert venues, in addition to being home of the Steelers and Pirates.
It is also the future location of the Esplanade project, which broke ground last year and will revitalize nearly 15 acres of postindustrial sites along the Ohio River.
FILMING LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
- Inside the Draft footprint
- Bird’s-eye view from the Incline Upper Station
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Urban Design Associates 412-263-5200
Northside North Shore Chamer of Commerce 412-231-6500
RESOURCES
Neighborhood Guide About the Esplanade
THE STRIP DISTRICT
Known for its historic markets and grocers, the Strip is best explored on foot. Flat and easy to wander, it now boasts trendy restaurants, shops and apartments, all while maintaining its vintage Pittsburgh charm.
Julie Kahlbaugh
FILMING LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
- Enrico’s Biscotti
- Wholey’s Market
- The Terminal
- Novo Asian Food Hall
- Pennsylvania Macaroni Company (Penn Mac)
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Brady Smith
Strip District Neighbors bmsmith@heinzhistorycenter.org
Sylvia McCoy
Burgh Bits & Bites syliaem@hotmail.com
RESOURCES
Neighborhood Guide
State of the Strip District 2025
PITTSBURGH’S SPORTS LEGACY
IN PITTSBURGH, WE BLEED BLACK AND GOLD.
The city seal bears those colors, our bridges gleam in gold, and we’re the only city where every major professional sports team shares the same colors.
Aptly known as the City of Champions, Pittsburgh is home to iconic franchises — the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Pittsburgh Riverhounds — each with a storied history of championships, unforgettable moments, and Hall of Fame players.
PITTSBURGH: THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE NFL DRAFT
One of the most transformative ideas in professional football was born in Pittsburgh. On May 18, 1935, a meeting of National Football League owners was held at the Fort Pitt Hotel where Commissioner Bert Bell proposed a new system to control rising player costs and create competitive balance across the League.
His idea — originally called the “NFL Annual Selection Meeting” — introduced the concept of teams selecting players in reverse order of the previous season’s standings, along with rules for trading draft rights and free agency for undrafted players. The motion passed unanimously, creating what is now known as the NFL Draft and permanently linking Pittsburgh to one of the League’s most important traditions.
PITTSBURGH AND THE NFL DRAFT: THEN AND NOW
A lot can change in 28,615 days. That’s how long it’s been since the NFL Draft was first held here in December 1947 at the Fort Pitt Hotel.
CITY OF CHAMPIONS
The Pittsburgh Steelers are among the most successful franchises in League history, having won six Super Bowl titles—tied for the most in NFL—and a combined 32 former players, coaches or contributors inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The University of Pittsburgh has won nine National Championships and has 11 players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, trailing only Notre Dame and USC all time.
Pittsburgh Steelers
WESTERN PA FOOTBALL LEGACY
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA HAS A CONSISTENT PIPELINE OF NFLCALIBER FOOTBALL TALENT.
High schools like Central Catholic, Penn Hills and Woodland Hills routinely produce elite players, showing stories of grit, community and excellence. In fact, at one point in time, Woodland Hills had the most NFL players from a specific high school! Notable examples include:
DAN MARINO (CENTRAL CATHOLIC)
A first ballot Pro Football Hall of Famer and one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever suit up.
AARON DONALD (PENN HILLS)
A three-time Defensive Player of the Year, Super Bowl champion, and Pitt jersey retiree.
JASON TAYLOR, STEVE BREASTON, MILES SANDERS, QUINTON JEFFERSON, RYAN MUNDY, LOUSAKA POLITE, SHAWNAE SPENCER (WOODLAND HILLS)
Step outside Pittsburgh proper and the list is a Who’s Who of Hall of Famers – with more than 20 Hall of Fame players from the area and some 588 football players from Western Pennsylvania who have been drafted into the NFL. These accomplished alumni remain deeply connected, actively mentoring and investing in their former schools, proving the sustained ability of Western PA high school programs to nurture athletes to the highest level.programs to nurture athletes to the highest level.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
To be connected with a wide range of spokespeople and football legacy subject-matter experts, (including team ownership, former coaches and personnel, University of Pittsburgh representatives, current and retired high school coaches and athletic directors, historians, and sports reporters and writers), contact: Cecelia Cagni, cagnic@ steelers.nfl.com or Burt Lauten, lautenb@steelers.nfl.com
Lynsey Elve Sr. Director of Corporate Communications, Acrisure lelve@acrisure.com
HISORIANS, DOCUMENATARIANS, AND ACTIVISTS
Bob Labriola (via Cecelia Cagni) Editor, Steelers Digest Pittsburgh Steelers cagnic@steelers.nfl.com
Anne Madarasz (via Brady Smith) Director, Franco Harris Sports Museum bmsmith@heinzhistorycenter.org
Anna Samuels Archivist and Librarian Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation anna@phlf.org
Rick Sebak Pittsburgh Documentarian and WQED-TV Host ricksebak@me.com
FILMING LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
Franco Harris Sports Museum at the Heinz History Center
WESTERN PA FOOTBALL LEGACY
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA: A HOMETOWN FOR HALL OF FAME QUARTERBACKS
Western Pennsylvania has produced an extraordinary share of football’s greatest quarterbacks, earning its reputation as a true cradle of the position. Six legends with roots in the region — George Blanda, Johnny Unitas, Joe Namath, Jim Kelly, Dan Marino, and Joe Montana — all went on to careers that landed them in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The region also played a pivotal role in the game’s broader history. In 1953, New Kensington native Willie Thrower of the Chicago Bears became the first African American quarterback in the modern National Football League, another milestone tied to Western Pennsylvania’s deep football legacy.
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA: THE CRADLE FOR NFL COACHES
Western Pennsylvania isn’t just known for producing great players — it has also become a remarkable pipeline of coaching leadership for the NFL. Dozens of influential coaches who first played high school football in the region have gone on to shape the game at the highest level.
The list includes Super Bowl–winning and Hall of Fame figures, such as Mike Ditka and Bill Cowher, along with prominent NFL coaches like Mike McCarthy, Marty Schottenheimer, Chuck Knox, Marvin Lewis, Dave Wannstedt, and Joe Walton.
Others with Western Pennsylvania high school roots — including Russ Grimm, Joe Schmidt, Aldo Donelli, John Karsis, and Hal Hunter — further illustrate how the region’s football culture has helped develop generations of leaders on NFL sidelines.
Together, they reinforce Western Pennsylvania’s reputation as one of football’s most fertile training grounds — not just for players, but for the coaches who guide the game.
FROM ALIQUIPPA TO CANTON
Aliquippa, a former industrial town along the Ohio River with a population of fewer than 10,000, holds the distinction of being home to the only high school in the U.S. to produce three Hall of Fame players. These notable former Quips include:
MIKE DITKA (CLASS OF 1988)
A tight end/linebacker at Aliquippa and a standout at Pitt who ultimately went on to have a Hall of Fame career with the Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys, and Philadelphia Eagles and later to became a Super Bowl-winning coach.
TY LAW (CLASS OF 2019)
A Hall of Fame cornerback with three Super Bowl championships with the New England Patriots.
DARRELLE REVIS (CLASS OF 2023)
A Hall of Fame cornerback considered one of the best of all time.
RESOURCE
Playing Through the Whistle: Steel, Football, and an American Town, S. L. Price (print).
PRO TIP
Learn more about the legacy of Western PA football by watching NFL Film’s “The Football Town,” an immersive format documentary currently playing at The Kamin Science Center.
UNIQUELY YINZER FOOTBALL STORIES
HOW THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS USED THE NFL DRAFT TO TRANSFORM A LOSING FRANCHISE INTO A DYNASTY
For their first 40 years, the Steelers were one of the NFL’s least successful franchises, often trading away valuable draft picks and finishing with losing records. That changed when Chuck Noll was hired in 1969 and committed to building through the Draft.
Between 1969 and 1974, Pittsburgh made 119 selections that produced nine Hall of Fame players — plus a 10th undrafted rookie — forming the core of the team that won four Super Bowls in six seasons and earned “Team of the Decade” honors. The 1979 championship team was even more remarkable: every player on the roster was homegrown through the Draft or as an undrafted rookie.
All told, the Steelers have 32 members (26 players, two head coaches and four contributors) of their franchise enshrined in the Hall of Fame. They drafted 16 of them: Bill Dudley, Ernie Stautner, John Henry Johnson, Joe Greene, Jack Ham, Mel Blount, Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, Jack Lambert, Mike Webster, Lynn Swann, John Stallworth, Rod Woodson, Dermontti Dawson, Troy Polamalu, and Alan Faneca.
Additionally, there are 2 others signed as undrafted rookies: Jack Butler and Donnie Shell.
THE GREATEST DRAFT IN NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE HISTORY: THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS’ 1974 DRAFT CLASS
In the nearly 90-year history of the NFL Draft, no team has assembled a single class like the Steelers did in 1974. Pittsburgh selected four future Hall of Famers — Lynn Swann, Jack Lambert, John Stallworth, and Mike Webster — and then signed a fifth, Donnie Shell, as an undrafted rookie.
No other team in League history has drafted four Hall of Famers in a single class. The haul helped power Pittsburgh’s 1970s dynasty and remains widely regarded as the greatest Draft in NFL history.
THE HBCU PIPELINE THAT HELPED BUILD A DYNASTY
Long before it became common practice, the Steelers invested significant scouting resources in Historically Black Colleges and Universities, uncovering talent that many NFL teams overlooked. That commitment helped shape the roster that powered Pittsburgh’s 1970s dynasty.
Six players including Mel Blount, Frank Lewis, Dwight White, Ernie Holmes, Joe Gilliam, and John Stallworth — all from HBCU programs — combined to win 18 Super Bowl rings with the Steelers during the 1970s. The pipeline became a critical and often overlooked part of how Pittsburgh built one of the greatest teams in NFL history.
HOW BILL NUNN JR. HELPED TRANSFORM THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS
A Pittsburgh native and former sports editor at the Pittsburgh Courier, Bill Nunn Jr. used his deep knowledge of Historically Black Colleges and Universities to forever change how the NFL scouted talent. After years covering HBCU games and organizing the Black College All-America Team, Nunn caught the attention of Dan Rooney and joined the Steelers scouting department alongside Chuck Noll.
His work helped uncover exceptional players many teams overlooked, breaking racial barriers and shaping the roster that fueled Pittsburgh’s 1970s dynasty. Nunn’s lasting impact on the game earned him a place in the inaugural Black College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2010 and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton posthumously in 2021.
UNIQUELY YINZER FOOTBALL STORIES
Considered a trailblazer in his work, Nunn remains the only African American contributor inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Resources:
- TheLife and Career of Bill Nunn (Story)
- Bill Nunn | Pittsburgh Steelers
- The Color of Sundays, Andrew Conte (print)
A HOLLYWOOD ENDING FOR AN UNDERDOG
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2005 Super Bowl run remains one of the most compelling underdog stories in NFL history, anchored by the emotional return of Jerome Bettis. After a devastating loss in the 2004 AFC Championship, Bettis postponed retirement for one final season, helping lead the team to a championship in his hometown of Detroit. Chronicled in “America’s Game: The Super Bowl Champions,” Bettis described the journey as “a Hollywood script that wouldn’t be believable.” This human-centered story offers a powerful lens into the legacy and resilience behind the Steelers success. To date, the Steelers are the last NFL football team to win three consecutive road playoff games en route to the Super Bowl.
THE MOST FAMOUS PIECE OF CLOTH IN THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH
The Terrible Towel has traveled from Pittsburgh to around the world and beyond, all the way to the International Space Station.
Created in 1975 by Steelers broadcaster Myron Cope, the towel has a rich history. Royalties from Terrible Towel merchandise benefit Merakey AVS, an organization providing services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Resources:
- The History of the Terrible Towel
- The Terrible Towel and Allegheny Valley School
ACRISURE STADIUM: A PARTNERSHIP BUILT ON PITTSBURGH PRIDE
When Acrisure assumed the naming rights of the Steelers’ iconic home in 2022, it was a decision that made business sense for the fast-growing fintech company. But it also had a deeply personal connection.
Acrisure Chairman and CEO Greg Williams is a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan whose devotion to the team and the city runs far deeper than signage on the North Shore. Williams has often shared how decades of Steelers Sundays helped cement his connection to the team and the city, reinforcing values that still guide Acrisure today: teamwork, resilience, and community first.
Much like Pittsburgh itself, Acrisure is built on hard work, loyalty, and longterm relationships. That commitment extends to the region through Acrisure’s philanthropic investments, including its $7.5 million donation to UPMC Children’s Hospital in support of the broader Pittsburgh community.
Acrisure also takes its role very seriously in helping preserve a stadium synonymous with championships, tradition, and fandom, while ushering in a new era of innovation and growth.
Acrisure’s name on the stadium represents shared values and a commitment to supporting Pittsburgh for years to come.
PITTSBURGH ATTRACTIONS FOR SPORTS FANS
EVEN WHEN THE NFL DRAFT ISN’T IN TOWN, SPORTS FANS CAN STAY VERY BUSY IN PITTSBURGH. THE ITINERARY FOR ANY SPORTSLOVING VISITOR CAN INCLUDE:
STEELERS HALL OF HONOR MUSEUM
The Steelers Hall of Honor Museum is dedicated to promoting, preserving and celebrating Steelers football. The museum is home to over 50 inductees and over 10,000 square feet of Steelers history.
FRANCO HARRIS SPORTS MUSEUM
Exploring the region’s vast history of sports at the Franco Harris Sports Museum. Located inside the Heinz History Center, the museum features hundreds of artifacts and more than 70 interactive exhibits.
THE BURGH BUS
Hopping on The Burgh Bus to tailgate through distinct Pittsburgh neighborhoods for a one-of-kind tour featuring a live comedy show, trivia and more.
WALK ALONG THE NORTH SHORE
A stroll along the North Shore to see an Art Rooney Statue and The Immaculate Reception Monument, which marks the location of the greatest NFL play of all time.
ROBERTO CLEMENTE MUSEUM
Visiting the Roberto Clemente Museum, which offers guided tours and open house hours (be sure to purchase your tickets in advance).
CATCHING A GAME, OF COURSE!
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Brady Smith
Heinz History Center
Franco Harris Sports Museum bmsmith@heinzhistorycenter.org
CJ Strauss
The Roberte Clemente Museum cjstrauss@clementemuseum
RESOURCES
The Ultimate Pittsburgh Sports Fan: 2-Day itinerary
Heinz History Center
THE GROWTH OF WOMEN’S SPORTS IN PITTSBURGH
FROM CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS TO WOMAN-OWNED BUSINESSES, PITTSBURGH IS A DESTINATION WHERE FEMALE ATHLETES, FANS AND ENTREPRENEURS ARE REWRITING THE PLAYBOOK AND CHEERING EACH OTHER ON WHILE THEY DO IT.
ON THE FIELD, THE CITY BOASTS A REMARKABLE LINEUP OF TEAMS:
The Pittsburgh Riveters SC, inspired by Rosie the Riveter, is more than a soccer club— it’s a movement built on grit, resilience and community.
The Pittsburgh Passion, with three championships, made history as the first women’s football team to broadcast on a major network.
Steel City FC is a National Premier Soccer League that nurtures the next generation of athletes through long-term player development.
The Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club continues to advance opportunities for women in a traditionally male-dominated sport.
FILMING
LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
- Highmark Stadium
- Two Frays Brewery
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Matt Grubba Pittsburgh Riveters mattg@riverhounds.com
Emilie Yonan and Chris Lawry Creators of Pittsburgh Women + Sports Collective 530-559-3884
Anne Madarasz Director, Franco Harris Sports Museum via Brady Smith bmsmith@heinzhistorycenter.org 412-454-6459
Steel City Roller Derby is Pittsburgh’s first internationally ranked roller derby league and celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026.
The Pittsburgh Puffins is a recreational ice hockey team offers a sisterhood for female players.
LIFESTYLE AND LEISURE
EXPLORING ARTS AND CULTURE
A legacy of community investment and involvement from industrial and corporate leaders – including Andrew Carnegie, H.J. Heinz, Henry Clay Frick and Henry L. Hillman – built the foundation of our city’s rich cultural environment.
A CULTURAL DISTRICT WITH SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
Set in the heart of the city, Downtown’s lively Cultural District is home to nine theatres that showcase a world-renowned symphony orchestra, opera, dance and award-winning plays that enliven Pittsburgh.
Heinz Hall is home to the GRAMMY® Awardwinning Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
The beautifully restored Benedum Center for the Performing Arts stages the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Pittsburgh Opera, Pittsburgh Dance Council and PNC Broadway Series.
On the same block where illusionist Harry Houdini mesmerized Pittsburgh crowds in 1916, Liberty Magic offers an intimate, speakeasy performance space dedicated to the art of sleight of hand and prestidigitation.
O’Reilly Theater offers contemporary and classical performances from the Pittsburgh Public Theater.
VISUAL ARTS EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK
The Andy Warhol Museum is a seven-story museum that celebrates the life and work of Warhol, a Pittsburgh native and one of Pop Arts’ founding fathers.
Mattress Factory Museum of Contemporary Art is a unique and captivating museum, hailed as one of the world’s best facilities for installation art.
The Carnegie Museum of Art, arguably the first contemporary art museum in the United States, features a collection of more than 30,000 objects in a range of different media.
The Frick Art Museum showcases Helen Clay Frick’s collection of fine and decorative art while also hosting a variety of eclectic exhibitions. It is part of the larger, five-acre complex of museums and landscaped grounds at The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens.
MORE MUST-SEE MUSEUMS
CARNEGIE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
At the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, visitors can step back in time at the Dinosaurs in Their Time exhibit, one of the country’s largest collections of dinosaur bones.
HEINZ HISTORY CENTER
The Heinz History Center tells the story of life in the Western Pennsylvania region. It features both rotating and permanent exhibitions, including the biggest collection of original items from the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood television set.
PHIPPS CONSERVATORY AND BOTANICAL GARDENS
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a 15-acre attraction which includes a historic 14room glasshouse and 23 distinct gardens.
THE NATIONALITY AND HERITAGE ROOMS
The Nationality & Heritage Rooms at the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning include 31 rooms commemorating the cultural heritages of Pittsburgh’s communities.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Derek Scalzott
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust scalzott@trustarts.org
Rick Armstrong
The Andy Warhol Museum armstrongr@warhol.org
Carnegie Museums of Art & Natural History cmoa@suttoncomms.com cmnh@berlinrosen.com
Stephanie Mirah
The Frick Pittsburgh media@thefrickpittsburgh.org
Get more information about Pittsburgh’s vibrant Arts & Culture scene at visitpittsburgh.com.
The Andy Warhol Museum
A FOOD AND DRINK DESTINATION
WHILE PITTSBURGH’S APPETITE FOR TRADITIONAL CULINARY STAPLES — SUCH AS PIEROGIES, KIELBASA AND CABBAGE ROLLS INTRODUCED BY EUROPEAN IMMIGRANTS, OR FRENCH FRY- AND COLESLAW-GARNISHED PRIMANTI BROS. SANDWICHES — IS STILL GOING STRONG, THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE SCENE IN THIS CITY OF THREE RIVERS HAS EXPLODED, MUCH LIKE THE CITY ITSELF. LIFESTYLE AND
CULINARY
INNOVATION AND AWARD-WINING DINING
Pittsburgh’s award-winning food is a huge draw for visitors, and it is continually getting recognized in national and international media. The city is home to more than a dozen James Beard Award semifinalists, most recently vegan EasternEuropean restaurant Apteka and chef Jamilka Borges of Lilith. Fet-fisk, a multifaceted pop-up project turned full-service restaurant, was also recognized as one of the best restaurants in America by the New York Times in 2024.
NICHE FOOD FESTIVALS
In addition to the countless restaurant options, visitors will find numerous annual food festivals across the city throughout the year.
The Little Italy Days festival is a four-day event in Bloomfield that feels like a block party, celebrating Italian culture and cuisine. Picklesburgh, a dilly of a pickle festival in honor of Pittsburgh’s own H.J. Heinz, has been named USA Today’s #1 Specialty Food Festival in the country for four consecutive years!
A CRAFT BEVERAGE SCENE ON THE RISE
Pittsburgh and the surrounding region have been fighting for craft beverage since 1794, dating back to the infamous Whiskey Rebellion, and it remains a premier craft beverage destination. Pittsburgh’s craft beverage scene has grown immensely over the past several years with more than 50 breweries, as more local distillers and coffee roasters are popping up every month.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Mixburgh colin@emblempr.com
Aadam Soorma Trace Brewing aadam@tracebloomfield.com
Elise Miranda Wigle Whiskey elise@wiglewhiskey.com
Don Mahey Scratch & Co. don@scratchandcopgh.com
Chef Christian Frangiadis One by Spork c.frangiadis@onebyspork.com
Richard Hooper
Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership Picklesburgh rhooper@downtownpittsburgh.com
Get more information about Pittsburgh’s evolving food scene at visitpittsburgh.com.
LIFESTYLE AND LEISURE
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
THERE
ARE ENDLESS
OPPORTUNITIES
FOR OUTDOOR ADVENTURE IN PITTSBURGH, THANKS TO ITS WALKABILITY AND WATERFRONT ACCESS.
RIVERFRONT ADVENTURES
Bike, walk or rollerblade miles of riverfront trails, soaking in fantastic urban views. Bicycle rentals are available along the trail, too. Guided hikes offer another way to see the city. Or you can rent a kayak and paddle your way along the river.
A RUNNING CITY
With routes that wind across bridges, through vibrant neighborhoods and along scenic riverfront trails, Pittsburgh has long embraced a culture of running that welcomes athletes of every pace. Each year, that spirit comes to life during the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events, held on the first Sunday in May and recognized as one of the largest marathon weekends in the U.S., drawing more than 50,000 participants.
BEAUTY BEYOND CITY LIMITS
Western Pennsylvania is home to some of the most diverse landscapes in the U.S. You can hike, bike, fish or ride through the many beautiful city, county and state parks. Avid hikers and bikers can head off on the 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage, which begins at Pittsburgh’s Point State Park, links with the C&O Canal Towpath in Maryland and then takes you all the way to the nation’s capital for a spectacular 335-mile trail adventure!
Visit the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (DCNR) website or social media channels to get ideas before setting off on your visit to Pittsburgh and its Countryside.
POINT STATE PARK
Point State Park is a National Historic Landmark, located at the confluence of three rivers. More than 1.1 million people visit this 36-acre park annually to enjoy the beautiful natural space and take in the park’s iconic fountain, which has been a hallmark of the Pittsburgh cityscape for over 50 years. Today, Point State Park offers biking, walking, kayaking and more.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Wesley Robinson Press Secretary DCNR werobinson@pa.gov 717-877-6315
Alana Wenk
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy awenk@pittsburghparks.org
Ash Andrews Venture Outdoors ash@ventureoutdoors.org
Carmen Bray Western Pennsylvania Conservancy cbray@paconserve.org
Kelsey Emch
P3R/DICK’S Sporting Goods Marathon kelsey.emch@p3r.org
Get more information about Pittsburgh as an urban adventure destination at visitpittsburgh.com.
HERITAGE AND DIVERSITY
PITTSBURGH’S APPROACHABILITY CAN BE SEEN ON THE FACES OF ITS ENERGETIC, HARD-WORKING AND PROUD PEOPLE. AS A CITY OF 90 NEIGHBORHOODS BUILT BY IMMIGRANTS, ITS COMMUNITY AND VALUES HAVE HELD STRONG OVER HUNDREDS OF YEARS.
THE AUGUST WILSON AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE CENTER
This arts center is one of the largest cultural organizations in the country focused exclusively on the African American experience. Named to honor the famous, Pittsburgh-born playwright, the center offers performances, community programming and free gallery exhibits.
MAXO VANKA MURALS
Maxo Vanka’s 25 powerful murals depict the experience of workers and immigrant communities, and they are one of Pittsburgh’s hidden gems. Painted in two intense periods, 1937 and 1941, in a church above Millvale, the murals’ timeless tales leave viewers awestruck.
EVENTS THAT CENTER IDENTITY
Many special events and festivals are hosted across the city throughout the year to celebrate the cultures engrained in Pittsburgh. For example:
- Pittsburgh Humanities Festival
- Pride Revolution
- Juneteenth Freedom Day
- Pittsburgh Black Music Festival
- Pittsburgh Irish Festival
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Maxo Vanka Murals info@vankamurals.org
Khalil Waldron
August Wilson African American Cultural Center kwaldron@awaacc.org
Mairin Petrone
Pittsburgh Irish Festival mairin.petrone@gmail.com
Jeff Freedman
QBURGH jeff@qburgh.com
Get more information about Pittsburgh’s identity and events at visitpittsburgh.com.
HOME-GROWN CELEBRITY AND FILM TOURISM
OUR REGION BOASTS A RICH FILM HISTORY.
Our city has been the location for more than 120 motion pictures and television productions since 1990 and currently is home to the largest sound stage outside Los Angeles and New York. We were even home to the world’s first movie theater!
FILM FESTIVALS
Because this history, many independent and international film festivals take place in the region annually, including the Banff Mountain Film Festival, CMU International Film Festival, and the Pittsburgh Independent Film Festival.
FRED ROGERS
Everyone’s favorite neighbor was born and raised just outside Pittsburgh in the idyllic town of Latrobe (pronounced LAY –trObe). His legacy was made at WQED, a public television station in Oakland, home to the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon. In the shadow of Acrisure Stadium, you’ll find The Tribute to Children statue, a representation of Rogers that reflects his outsized impact on the city.
“THE PITT’S” REAL-LIFE ROOTS
HBO Max’s Emmy-winning series, ‘The Pitt,’ starring Noah Wyle, elevates the medical drama genre by filming on location at Allegheny General Hospital (AGH) in Pittsburgh. ‘The Pitt’ not only brings its acclaimed storytelling to life in Pittsburgh but also powerfully showcases the city’s rich medical heritage and the dedicated professionals at the forefront of healthcare innovation.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Pittsburgh Film Office 412-261-2744 info@pghfilm.org
Brady Smith Heinz History Center bmsmith@heinzhistorycenter.org 412-454-6459
Fred Rogers Productions press@fredrogers.org
Dan Laurent
SVP Corporate Communications
Allegheny Health Network daniel.laurent@highmarkhealth.org
Courtney Brown
Publicity Director
HBO Max courtney.l.brown@wbd.com
Learn more about Filming in Pittsburgh at visitpittsburgh.com.
OUR ECONOMIC STORY
PITTSBURGH IS A PLACE WHERE CONNECTION FUELS GROWTH.
Here, bridges don’t just span rivers—they link our communities, ideas, and industries in ways that power a globally competitive economy.
Carnegie Mellon University established the world’s first Robotics Institute, laying the groundwork for today’s autonomy, artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics industries.
WITH MORE THAN 2.4 MILLION WORKERS ACROSS A 10-COUNTY REGION, COMPANIES GAIN ACCESS TO A DEEP, DIVERSE AND COST-EFFECTIVE TALENT BASE ANCHORED BY WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITIES, RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS AND EMPLOYERS.
Dustin McGrew
TECH AND INNOVATION: A HISTORY OF CHANGING THE WORLD
FROM THE BIG MAC AND THE BANANA SPLIT TO THE FERRIS WHEEL AND MOVIE THEATERS, PRODUCTS AND EXPERIENCES INTRODUCED IN PITTSBURGH BECAME GLOBAL STAPLES.
Innovation has always been Pittsburgh’s throughline. What began as an industrial powerhouse evolved into one of the nation’s most collaborative ecosystems for discovery, commercialization, and scale.
The region’s legacy of “firsts” reflects our culture of applied innovation, and a history where research, industry and entrepreneurship intersect to shape global markets.
Pittsburgh was home to the first commercial radio station, the first public television station, and the Jeep.
The Allegheny Athletic Association fielded the first professional American football player and team — an origin story rooted in what is now Pittsburgh’s North Side.
George Westinghouse developed transformative technologies in Pittsburgh, holding more than 360 patents and revolutionizing electricity, power distribution and lighting.
Dr. Jonas Salk developed the world’s first successful polio vaccine at the University of Pittsburgh. Three decades later, the first simultaneous heart and liver transplant was performed there.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Brady Smith Heinz History Center bmsmith@heinzhistorycenter.org
Austin Price Pittsburgh Life Sciences Alliance aprice@plsa.org
Matt Smith Allegheny Conference on Community Development msmith@alleghenyconference.org
Maddi Love Pittsburgh Robotics Network maddi@robopgh.org
Johnathan Kersting Pittsburgh Technology Council jkersting@pghtech.org
PITTSBURGH’S KEY INDUSTRIES
EDUCATION
Pittsburgh is among the top cities for educated young people, behind only Washington, D.C., Boston and San Francisco, thanks to our world-class educational institutions.
Pittsburgh is truly a “college city,” with almost three dozen colleges and universities scattered throughout the 10-county region, and 10 within city limits – including the University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University, Carnegie Mellon University, and Point Park University. These schools are leaders in medicine, science and technology, and more.
HEALTHCARE & LIFE SCIENCES
Ground-breaking technology and medical discoveries put Pittsburgh at the top of the list for health care.
The Pittsburgh region offers some of the best hospitals in the nation. The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) is the busiest transplant center in the world, while Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh ranked as one of the 10 best hospitals in the country for pediatric medicine.
FINANCE
Pittsburgh is at the heart of financial innovation, combining traditional financial institutions with cutting-edge fintech and blockchain activity. We are a leader in fintech job growth, supported by a strong mix of startups, incubators and innovation arms of major banks.
The city houses the headquarters or major operations for PNC, BNY Mellon, F.N.B. Corporation, First Commonwealth, Federated Hermes and Huntington Bank, along with 1,300+ financial institutions employing nearly 29,000 professionals.
ENERGY
Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania have been energy capitals since the mid-19th century, dating back to the discovery of coal under today’s Mount Washington in 1760.
Today, the region is positioning itself as a leader in the next generation of energy innovations like nuclear energy, geothermal energy, biofuels, energy storage and energy systems that make energy production and distribution more cost-effective.
Emerging and well-known energy companies that call Pittsburgh home include Eos Energy, Westinghouse Electric, Holtec, CNX, Mitsubishi Electric Power Products and EQT.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
The AI industrial revolution is taking shape in Pittsburgh, where human-first artificial intelligence is fueled by world-class research institutions, deep technical talent and strong public-sector support.
Pittsburgh’s AI leadership dates to the 1950s, when Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) researchers Herbert Simon and Allen Newell founded the field of artificial intelligence. Since then, CMU and the University of Pittsburgh have remained at the core of a globally recognized AI ecosystem. These institutions, combined with a growing startup scene and major technology companies, continue to attract top talent to the region.
“AI Avenue,” a one-mile corridor in the Bakery Square and East Liberty neighborhoods, is now home to more than 21 leading AI firms, including Google and Duolingo. In 2024, Nvidia launched its inaugural AI Tech Community in Pittsburgh, underscoring the region’s collaborative ties among industry, academia and government.
PITTSBURGH’S KEY INDUSTRIES
ROBOTICS
Building on decades of strength in AI and computer science, Pittsburgh pioneered field robotics in the 1980s, earning the nickname “Roboburgh.” Today, “Robotics Row” along the Allegheny River in Lawrenceville anchors a global robotics hub, with more than 140 organizations and industry leaders such as Aurora, Gecko Robotics, and Carnegie Robotics.
The U.S. Economic Development Administration recently awarded the region a $62.7M federal Build Back Better Regional Challenge grant. As part of that grant, the Pittsburgh region will accelerate the commercialization of robotics and AI technologies in manufacturing and other industries.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
Pittsburgh’s manufacturing industry has deep roots in a culture of creating materials that helped construct the modern world. While today’s advanced manufacturing companies continue to contribute in the same way, our expertise in advanced materials, engineering, smart factories and R&D has made Pittsburgh a future-focused laboratory for industries like next-generation metals, advanced materials, additive manufacturing, coatings and chemicals.
Manufacturing firms choose the Pittsburgh region due to its proximity to customers and suppliers. More than 2,800 manufacturing companies are located in the Pittsburgh area, including Coherent, Eos Energy Enterprises, U.S. Steel and Wabtec. Together, they employ more than 91,100 people and attracted $8.5 billion in capital investment between 2012 and 2022.
SPACE
Pittsburgh is no stranger to the commercial space business. Pittsburgh companies were suppliers to the Apollo space program, providing everything from the spacecraft to the video camera that recorded Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the Moon.
The world’s renewed interest in space exploration presents tremendous opportunities in Pittsburgh, which has assets, strengths and connectivity that set it apart from traditional U.S. space capitals.
The region is a hub for hundreds of companies in space-relevant industries. This includes developers of advanced technology, parts and component manufacturers and new and established companies.
We are also home to the Moonshot Museum, Pennsylvania’s only all-space museum. Located on Pittsburgh’s North Side, the museum offers behind-the-scenes access to the space industry and aims to increase the accessibility of space careers for the workforce of tomorrow.
COMMUNITY AND PHILANTHROPY
HIGHLIGHTING LOCAL NONPROFITS AND ORGANIZATIONS WITH TIES TO THE NFL OR NFL DRAFT.
IMMACULATE COLLECTION
Allegheny Cleanway’s Immaculate Collection program is an effort to clean and beautify the region ahead of the NFL Draft and beyond.
Ahead of the Draft, this organization is hosting clean-up days across Pittsburgh’s neighborhoods.
Learn More
Contact: info@immaculatecollection.org
KAMIN FAMILY FOUNDATION
Daniel and Carole Kamin, Pittsburgh locals, have donated more than $165 million to Pittsburgh institutions since 2024. Their funding has supported projects including Kamin Science Center, The Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Senator John Heinz History Center, and UPMC Presbyterian Kamin Tower.
Learn More
Contact: 412-815-3533
CARING PLACE
The Highmark Caring Place has provided a safe haven for grieving children and their families in Pittsburgh since 1997.
Over the years, the Caring Place has been supported by current and former NFL players like Merril Hoge, Cam Heyward and many others.
Learn More Contact: monica.lewis@highmarkhealth.org
BEST OF THE BATCH FOUNDATION
It’s not hyperbole to say Charlie Batch is a hometown hero in Pittsburgh, more for what he has done off the football field as for what he has done on it.
Founded in 1999, the Best of the Batch Foundation has been a catalyst for enhancing economic and educational opportunities for nine southwestern Pennsylvania counties.
Learn More Contact: 412-326-0119
DAMAR HAMLIN CPR INITIATIVE
A 2021 draft pick from the University of Pittsburgh, Buffalo Bills safety and Pittsburgh native Damar Hamlin annually returns to his hometown to raise CPR awareness.
Inspired by the on-field cardiac arrest that nearly took his life, Hamlin is dedicated to empowering his community by offering free, hands-on CPR training.
Learn More
Contact: kelleydenny1@gmail.com
COMMUNITY AND PHILANTHROPY
PITTSBURGH PROMISE
The NFL Draft changes the lives of hundreds of players each year when they are selected. The Pittsburgh Promise has a similar effect on City of Pittsburgh students. For the classes of 2018 through 2028, the organization provides Pittsburgh Public School students scholarships to continue their education at secondary education institutions.
Learn More
Contact: lauren@pittsburghpromise.org
ERADICATE HATE
In the aftermath of the 2018 Tree of Life attack, Pittsburgh made a defining choice: this city would be known not for terror, but for the courage and resolve of our response. Community leaders across faiths, sectors, and disciplines united to launch Eradicate Hate, now the world’s leading convenor advancing practical solutions to prevent all forms of hate fueled violence. Rooted in Pittsburgh with global reach, Eradicate Hate convenes more than 1,500 leaders and hundreds of top experts annually through its Global Summit, spanning law enforcement, medicine, technology, policy, research, journalism, government, sport, education, and survivors. Its Student Summit—featuring players from the Pittsburgh Steelers—has helped catalyze 75 student led initiatives to build safer schools. Eradicate Hate also works hand in hand with survivors worldwide and with fellow Pittsburgh born organizations formed after the tragedy, including Tree of Life, Inc., REACH, and the 10.27 Healing Partnership. From this city came a global response. Eradicate Hate turns expertise into action— because everyone has a role in building safer, more resilient communities.
Learn more
Contact: jen@vision360partners.com, npavlatoes@vision360partners.com
HAZELWOOD GREEN PROJECT
Youth sports have been a central part of community life in Pittsburgh for generations. This year, a major new youth sport complex is set to open in the Hazelwood neighborhood. Developed through a partnership of the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Richard King Mellon Foundation and Hazelwood Green master developer Tishman Speyer, this eight-acre, multi-sport facility will be the latest enhancement to community life in Hazelwood Green.
Hazelwood Green is a former 178-acre steel mill site that has undergone a major transformation over the past 20-plus years. Once an abandoned brownfield, the site is now a sustainabilityfocused riverfront development with cutting-edge tech businesses, mixed-income housing, and landscaped gardens and green spaces.
Learn More
Contact: agianficaro@heinz.org
412 FOOD RESCUE
While the world watches the Draft picks at Acrisure Stadium this April, Pittsburgh’s own 412 Food Rescue will be executing a gamechanging play behind the scenes. As a homegrown trailblazer in food recovery, the organization is coordinating with event organizers to ensure that excess food from the festivities— including the Gen Youth Dinner and Draft Eve—is diverted from landfills and delivered directly to local nonprofits serving our neighbors in need.
Founded in 2015, 412 Food Rescue’s 26,000+ volunteers have diverted more than 39 million pounds of food bound for the waste stream in Western Pennsylvania, the equivalent of more than 33 million meals, mitigating over 83 million pounds of CO2 emissions in the process.
Learn More
Contact: liz@elmink.com
DID YOU KNOW?
FUN FACTS ABOUT PITTSBURGH
FUN FACTS
- Andy Warhol was born in Pittsburgh. He graduated from Carnegie Institute of Technology (now Carnegie Mellon University) with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Pictorial Design in 1949, before moving to New York City to pursue a career as a commercial artist. The Andy Warhol Museum, the largest single-artist museum in North America, celebrates the life and work of the Pittsburgh-born pop art icon.
- Freedom House Ambulance Service, founded in the 1960s in the Hill District, pioneered modern paramedic services. This was the first U.S. emergency medical team staffed by professionally trained paramedics—all Black Americans—setting the standard for modern emergency medical care nationwide.
- Nicknamed “The Steel City,” Pittsburgh played a dominant role in the U.S. steel industry. At the height of production, the city was responsible for more than 60% of the total steel output in the U.S.
- The Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh stands 535 feet tall and is the second-tallest educational building in the world.
- Pittsburgh’s central location puts it within 500 miles of more than half the U.S. population.
- Pittsburgh’s built on a much more complex water network – in fact, some believe our city has an underground fourth river.
- Canton Ave. in Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood is the steepest officially recorded public street in the United States, with a 37% grade. For those who love a challenge, take on 13 of the steepest hills in the city, including Canton Ave., in the annual Dirty Dozen bike race.
FAMOUS FOODS
- Heinz Ketchup: Invented in Pittsburgh by H.J. Heinz
- ‘Pittsburgh Salad:’ Take any salad and top it with French fries.
- Primanti Bros. Sandwich: A sandwich with the fries and coleslaw added right in, invented during the Depression so that day laborers could hold their entire lunch in one hand.
- Chipped Ham: One of Pittsburgh’s most famous foods. This spicy lunch meat made its debut in 1933 at Isaly’s, a locally based family chain of dairy stores.
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