by Jaimela King

Created on: January 18, 2009   Last Updated: January 21, 2009

From the Trinity Cathedral on 6th avenue to the Crawford Grill on Wylie avenue, Pittsburgh holds an aura of historical riches, showing off imposing landmarks, great monuments and an array of cultural treasures. Centers of learning, famous structures and religious buildings, all combine to leave a lasting impression on the visitor.

The Allegheny Cemetery

Located on Butler Street in Pittsburgh, the Allegheny Cemetery has the prestige of being listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This beautiful 300 acres/121 hectares monument is the permanent resting place of about 125,000 people. The Allegheny Cemetery was built in the mid 19th century and is also the site of notable landmarks including the Soldier's Memorial, and the Butler Street Gatehouse. Admission is free and the Cemetery is opened 7 days a week .

Ammons Field

You may be thinking, what's in a ballpark? This, however, is not just any playing field, it is the ballpark of the Pittsburgh Crawfords and former playpen of several high ranking baseball players. Some of the all-time biggest Negro Leagues Baseball players played here, including Josh Gibson who is recognized as the greatest slugger in the Negro Leagues.

Josh Gibson hit 800 home runs during a career that began in 1929 at Ammons field. He helped the Pittsburgh Crawfords win several championships and became a baseball hall of famer in 1972. The Ammons field is located behind the Ammons Recreation Center on Bedford Avenue.

The Crawford Grill

The Crawford Grill is a legendary concert hall and lounge located at 2141 Wylie Avenue. After opening in 1943, it quickly became a major draw for jazz lovers and many legendary jazz musicians. Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis and John Coltrane, are just a few of the great jazz musicians that entertained at the Crawford Grill. You can still see photos of these talented jazz greats on the gracious interior walls. Visitors can also browse the vast collection of African and African American publications throughout the establishment.

Freedom Corner Memorial

Located in one of Pittsburgh's oldest neighborhoods, Freedom Corner Memorial is the site of decades of marches and protests. In the 1950's, vigorous redevelopment efforts were underway in the Lower Hill District, a traditional African American Area. Redevelopment efforts had resulted in the demolition of historic landmarks businesses and homes. Some 8,00 residents were forced to relocate.

In the 1960's further destruction of the neighborhood was planned and protesters

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