Resources for those moving to Pittsburgh:

 

Neighborhoods & Maps

  • Official Pittsburgh GIS Map
    City of Pittsburgh Portal with zoning, parcels, and more.
    https://gis.pittsburghpa.gov/pghmap/

  • Visit Pittsburgh Neighborhood Guides
    Highlights of each neighborhood including history, things to do, and dining.
    https://www.visitpittsburgh.com/plan-your-trip/neighborhoods/

Arts & Creative Resources

Art Supplies & Materials

  • Center for Creative Reuse
    https://pccr.org/
    Affordable, recycled art and craft supplies; donation center for gently used materials.

  • Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
    https://pittsburghkids.org/
    Museum with outreach programs and studios for youth. Artists can donate supplies and volunteer.

Artist Funding & Growth

Community Support & Workshops

Housing & Rent

Public Transportation

  • Pittsburgh Regional Transit (formerly Port Authority)
    https://www.rideprt.org/
    Bus schedules, the “T” light rail, and fare information (including discounted fares for seniors).

  • POGOH Bike Share (formerly Healthy Ride)
    https://pogoh.com/
    Rent a bike from stations around the city; various pass options.

  • ParkPGH
    https://parkpgh.org/
    Real-time parking availability downtown.

  • Pittsburgh Parking Authority
    http://www.pittsburghparking.com/
    Details on street parking, permits, and garages.

Healthcare & Hospitals

  • UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center)
    https://www.upmc.com/
    Extensive hospital network and specialty care centers throughout the region.

  • Allegheny Health Network (AHN)
    https://www.ahn.org/
    Another major hospital system with multiple locations.

  • Free/Low-Cost Clinics

    • Birmingham Free Clinic
      https://dom.pitt.edu/dgim/birmingham-free-clinic/
      Offers free medical services for uninsured and underinsured.

    • Shepherd’s Heart Free Clinic
      http://shepheart.org/clinic/

University Areas & Student Resources

  • University of Pittsburgh
    https://www.pitt.edu/
    Large public university with rich cultural resources, libraries open to the community (with certain restrictions).

  • Carnegie Mellon University
    https://www.cmu.edu/
    Renowned for arts and technology programs; hosts art exhibits, performances, and lectures open to the public.

  • Duquesne University
    https://www.duq.edu/
    Private Catholic university on the edge of downtown, often hosts cultural events.

  • Chatham University
    https://www.chatham.edu/
    Known for sustainability, creative writing, and integrated arts programs.

  • Point Park University
    https://www.pointpark.edu/
    Downtown location, with strong theater and dance programs that can provide networking opportunities for performing artists.

Grocery & Food Access

  • Major Grocery Chains

    • Giant Eagle, ALDI, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Walmart, Target

    • Large selection of organic and international items available at various locations.

  • East End Food Co-op
    https://www.eastendfood.coop/
    Community-owned co-op focused on local and organic products.

  • Farmers Markets
    https://visitpittsburgh.com/articles/post/pittsburgh-farmers-markets/
    A list of seasonal farmers markets throughout the city.

  • Just Harvest
    https://justharvest.org/
    Resources on food assistance programs and farmers market SNAP discounts.

Institutional Cultural Institutions & Venues

City & Government Resources

Tourism & General Info

Other Helpful Contacts

  • Creative Business & Startups

    • Pittsburgh Technology Council
      https://www.pghtech.org/
      Though focused on tech, also offers entrepreneurship resources that creatives could leverage.

  • Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

    • University of Pittsburgh SBDC
      https://www.sbdc.pitt.edu/
      Workshops and consulting for those starting or growing a creative small business.

  • Social & Community Hubs

    • Repair the World Pittsburgh
      https://werepair.org/pittsburgh/
      Volunteer opportunities and community-building events.

    • The Union Hall (Local 31)
      https://www.local31.com/
      For those interested in stagehand, lighting, and performance-related union support.