IT-Classical Architecture in Downtown Pittsburgh
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Classical Architecture in Downtown Pittsburgh
The classical orders of architecture have roots in Ancient Greece and Rome. A couple thousand years later, the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian orders are present throughout downtown.
Who uses them well or badly? How does modern architecture compare?
In this walking tour, we will look classical architecture in downtown Pittsburgh, including 414 Wood Street, Benedum Trees Building, the Engineer's Society, Dollar Bank, the City County Building, the Frick Building, and the Oliver Building.
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Tour Host: Charles Rosenblum, Journalist
Tour Starts: 207 Fourth Ave (Burke Building), Downtown
Tour Ends: 535 Smithfiedl St, Downtown
Tour Length: 1 mile of walking
Restroom Available: No
Is Tour Wheelschair Accessible: No
Rain/Shine, No Refunds
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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