The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has “managed one of the city’s most vivid transformations, turning a large part of downtown into a lively, safe and attractive district.” for the past 30 years.

Writer John Tierney has said, “Pittsburgh is not unique in looking to the arts as an economic catalyst. Cities across the country, small and large, realize that a vibrant arts scene can attract people downtown and spur the opening of restaurants and other supportive amenities.”