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March 13, 2025
The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership has unveiled the first of 34 wayfinding kiosks, part of a $1.4 million project aimed at improving pedestrian navigation in Downtown Pittsburgh, Oakland and the North Shore, according to a Pittsburgh Union Progress report. The initial kiosk, located at the intersection of Liberty and Forbes avenues, is the first of many slated for installation by early July, accompanied by 98 additional directional signs. The project, initiated in 2014, features 8-foot-tall, double-sided kiosks with maps and directional arrows, designed to withstand graffiti and facilitate easy updates.
«As the nation focuses on us, we will be able to show what we have,» Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, told the news outlet, highlighting the kiosks’ potential to aid visitors during major events like the upcoming NFL Draft. «It will be a great opportunity.»
The project, funded by foundations and local organizations, aims to enhance accessibility and promote local attractions. The kiosks are designed to be scalable, allowing for future expansion into other neighborhoods. The initiative involved collaboration between various government, business and community groups, emphasizing a cooperative approach to city improvement.