Mellon Square: A Modernist Marvel

Located in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh, this historic urban park has served as a vibrant oasis for residents, workers, and visitors alike.

Designed by landscape architects John O. Simonds, of Simonds and Simonds, and James Ritchey, of Mitchell and Ritchey, Mellon Square is often hailed as one of the first modern garden plazas in the United States. Its innovative design, featuring geometric patterns, cascading fountains, and lush greenery, provides a tranquil escape amidst the bustling cityscape. The square has been a focal point for various events, gatherings, and leisure activities over the years, contributing to the city’s vibrant cultural scene.

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Featured Event

Mini-Golf in Mellon Square is coming back with two back-to-back expanded weekends, coinciding with Father’s Day and the 2025 U.S. Open! This iconic urban park will be transformed into a nine-hole outdoor mini-golf course beautifully designed by Three Rivers Hammocks.

Putters of all levels can play for $5 a game, while students (with a valid student ID) and guests under 18 can play for just $2 a game! While swinging for that hole-in-one, players can listen to live music by local artists, grab a bite to eat from nearby food trucks, and sip on refreshing drinks and adult beverages for guests 21+. The bar will be open 4 – 9 pm Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and from open till close on Saturday and Sunday.

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