1951 Map of Pittsburgh East

About this map

The confluence of industry and academia defines this mid-century portrait of Pittsburgh's east side, where the Allegheny River and Monongahela River frame a dense urban landscape. Massive institutions like the University of Pittsburgh, featuring the iconic Cathedral of Learning, and the Carnegie Institute of Technology stand adjacent to the expansive greens of Schenley Park. The map captures the city's complex topography, from the riverfront rail lines of the Pennsylvania and Baltimore and Ohio railroads to the residential heights of Squirrel Hill and East Liberty. Large memorial landscapes such as Allegheny Cemetery and Calvary Cemetery are prominent, while the industrial character of the era is evident in the numerous bridges, including the Washington Crossing Br and Rankin Bridge, that connect the city to surrounding boroughs like Etna and Homestead.