Tour Dates:
Saturday, October 7, 2023
10:00am - 11:30am
Have you ever wondered about the rich history and hidden architectural gems in Pittsburgh’s historic Wilkinsburg neighborhood? Then join DOORS OPEN Pittsburgh for a walk through the federally designated Hamnett Historic District and a reviving downtown Wilkinsburg. Your guides on this new walking tour are Pat DiRienzo and James Weddell.
TOUR HOST BIO:
Pat DiRienzo has a long involvement in the Regent Square community. Her contributions were recognized in as part of the series, "90 Neighborhoods, 90
Good Stories" produced by WESA90.5 in 2017. She has led and developed architectural & historical tours for multiple organizations.
James Weddell was a docent on Wilkinsburg's Vacant Home Tours. He was involved in efforts to restore the Wilkinsburg train station. He has led and developed architectural & historical tours for multiple organizations.
TOUR STARTS: 708 Whitney Street, Pittsburgh, 15221. Please note this is adjacent to the Hamnett Station stop on the MLK Busway where parking is available at the Park N' Ride lot. The start point is at the Wilkinsburg entrance to the Whitney St. tunnel under the busway.
TOUR ENDS: Corner of Hay St. & Ross Avenue (between Wilkinsburg Train Station & the Borough Building).
This is a walking tour; less than 1.5 miles of walking; some sidewalks in this area are in poor condition and care is needed.
Photography is allowed.
There are parts of this tour that are not wheelchair-accessible.
Guided Walking Tour