Living in Pittsburgh: Local Resources & Things To Do
Pittsburgh is a city full of unique neighborhoods, local traditions, outdoor adventures, cultural attractions, and community events that make it a great place to call home. Whether you’re new to the area or have lived here for years, these local resources can help you discover Pittsburgh’s restaurants, attractions, activities, organizations, and hidden gems. From exploring different communities to finding things to do throughout the region, this guide is a starting point for enjoying all that Pittsburgh has to offer.
2026 Best of the ‘Burgh Winners: Food & Restaurants
2026 Best of the 'Burgh Winners: Food & Restaurants
Pittsburgh Magazine
Pittsburgh Magazine is the award-winning city magazine serving the leaders and influencers of Western Pennsylvania since 1969. Each monthly issue provides a thoughtful tour of local personalities, art, culture, recreation, dining, politics, history, education, travel, media, business, fashion and style.
Home - Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh
We are a family of four diverse, dynamic museums: Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History, Carnegie Science Center, and The Andy Warhol Museum.
Pittsburgh Glass Center
Pittsburgh Glass Center (PGC) is a nonprofit, public-access education center; an art gallery; a state-of-the-art glass studio; and a hub for innovation and creativity.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Since 1984, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, a non-profit arts organization, has worked to make the Steel City a place where the arts can flourish.
Union Project
Union Project uses the arts to bridge gaps between communities. We use art as a primary strategy for engaging people. Through the arts, we believe we can understand diverse perspectives, create empathy, act compassionately, and learn to accept our fellow human beings.
Three Rivers Arts Festival
The Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, a production of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, is a celebration of the arts in downtown Pittsburgh unlike any other in the nation. Each of its world-class, multi-disciplinary performing and visual arts attractions is free to attend and open to the public!
Mon Valley Initiative
Working together to unite the communities and restore the economic vitality of the Mon Valley. We have two decades of experience helping people who need jobs — or who need better jobs — to connect with employers who need them. Envision your dream. Find your path. Build your future.
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is here for Pittsburgh
Successful economic development is not just about building projects, it’s about building people and forming mutually beneficial partnerships to transform the places in which we live for the betterment of all.
Grounded Strategies
Grounded Strategies uses land as a medium for community change. We work with residents to create equitable, sustainable, and catalytic greenspace projects.
Women's Center & Shelter
We are a safe harbor that provides specialized care for survivors who have experienced all types of intimate partner violence. WC&S offers programs and services that support a survivor’s entire journey toward safety and healing.
Civically Inc.
We are a nonprofit (501c3) that focuses on community development by promoting civic and social literacy to instill self-reliance while addressing the immediate needs of the economically underconnected in Wilkinsburg and the East End region. Civically engaged communities are sustainable communities.
Homepage | Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
Together, we can help bring safe and accessible parks to all people in Pittsburgh.
Tree Pittsburgh - Protecting and Growing the Urban Forest
Tree Pittsburgh protects and grows the city’s urban forest through education, advocacy, community tree planting and maintenance.
Play, Join, Volunteer - Trail Pittsburgh
Trail Pittsburgh connects you to 15 trail networks throughout city, county, and state parks. Over 200 miles of double and single track trails within a 30-mile radius of the city. Volunteer hours building and maintaining our trail systems in 2017-2018. Valued at over $160,000/year Get Involved. Donat…
BikePGH
This year, we provided over 400 light sets, helmets, and bike locks to those in need through our Operation Illumination program. With your support, we can continue to expand the program to serve even more of our Pittsburgh neighbors.
Venture Outdoors - Public and Custom Outdoor Activities
Craving an adventure? We have just the activity you’re looking for: kayaking, hiking, biking, snowshoeing, fly fishing, cross country skiing, geocaching and more! Whether you’re a newbie or you’ve been enjoying the outdoors for a while, you belong outside with us.
