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Ron J.

One of the best convention centers. State of the art! It plays host to many monumental events in Pittsburgh.

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Andrea T.

David L Lawrence is a large convention center located in downtown Pittsburgh. Parking was easy and the building was easily accessible. We attended a vintage fair and there was also a dog show happening. Both events seemed well attended and the Convention center seems to get lots of use. I would attend another event at this Convention Center.

Sarah I.

This is an extremely large convention center. It's very spaced out, so be prepared for lots of walking. Multiple floors in separate buildings connected by bridges and Parkways. It is extremely clean. It's a great place to have a convention/conference. The only disappointment is the lack of food. Our own conference had a lunch stand that would pop up for a few hours, which is not really good enough for all day conferences. There should be a coffee shop nearby to cover the needs of the patrons. Otherwise a great place with a great number of rooms of a variety of sizes.

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William C.

This is a really Great facility. It's capable of handling very large events and has a really nice atmosphere. The staff who work there are very friendly and helpful. The only negative is that the food options are poor at the convention center. Luckily, there are many good food options within a few blocks of the building and the convention center doesn't appear to prohibit bringing outside food into the center.

Gus P.

I was here a month ago for the Pittsburgh Auto Show. I have been attending it since I was a little kid and have always enjoyed it ever since. My favorite brand of all time is Ram Trucks and they actually did a good job with what they brought this year. Was very happy to see them all.

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David B.

When it was built, it was the largest green building in the world, and the first green convention center. It's an award winning building, and from it's progressive design, you will understand why. The staff here is very helpful, and the restrooms are clean. There's a great view of the river, and I once was lucky to see the view from the roof.

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Ashley W.

This convention center is one of the best convention centers in the Midwest. It is so spacious and there are many rooms and spaces for panels and events. I love coming for the gaming and anime conventions so when we were told to come back but with masks and vaxx cards, I didn't hesitate to come through. They really want people to be safe and I respect that. There was a HUGE turn out regardless! People from all over the country was here and having a great time! There's approximately 5 floors if you explore the building proper. Over 100s of rooms that can be modified to be bigger or smaller at a moments notice. We have been coming here for years from Ohio and plan to keep coming as long as the games are rolling! 5 stars!

Outside garden on top floor
Galilea M.

This convention center is one of the best I've seen. It is close to plenty of hotels and restaurants allowing for attendees to walk where needed. There are plenty of escalators, elevators, hand sanitizers, clean restrooms, water fountains, and friendly staff all over the area. Additionally their out door is space is truly unique!! With plenty of outdoor space on multiple levels you truly cannot beat the view over looking the river or the city view on the top floor. There was ample green space as well on each floor. If you needed a break you could walk through a garden on the balcony of the second floor or the top floor as well. I couldn't recommend a better spot to host folks for a gathering.

Natalie B.

Huge space for multiple conventions. Kept clean and well organized. I've attended multiple expos here and each one has been unique and fun. I especially enjoy the pet expo. It's got a ton of vendors and multiple events to watch. You always leave with a bunch of samples and loads of doggies are petted. This event space is exactly what a growing city like Pittsburgh needs to be competitive.

Adam A.

Spacious, magnificent venue with a design resembling an airport or a very large shopping mall. Sterile, angular, white walls, large windows and sunlights. Diverse range of interior rooms including academic style lecture halls, a concert/event space, and two very large exhibition halls. Phenomenal view of the rivers and the city skyline (both downtown and north side) from the various windows and decks, with open-air outdoor observation areas to stand in the wind and watch the boats go by. Has hosted a number of events including anime and furry conventions, occult/witchcraft conventions (because of course that's a thing), academic conferences (all my homies love the annual TESOL conference), and many, many more! Disability-accessible (elevator and escalator access are ample), but you may not feel comfortable at this venue if you have vertigo or are afraid of heights.

Shanda D.

Very organized and spacious conference space with rooftop gardens!! Loved being here! Elevators and bathrooms accessible with escalators. I think this was a converted airplane hanger.. Just awesome!!

Troy B.

I love this building, but on my visit here, I experienced two negative issues .... 1). After my audition for "Manhunt: Lone Wolf" on Saturday, I went up on the rooftop to enjoy the views (if you've never been up there, make it a point on your next visit, as it is the highlight of the building (and there are signs everywhere telling you to enjoy our outdoor spaces)). I spent a considerable amount of time up there taking photos and some videos of the city, and of the building itself, and I was not alone up there either, as several other folks were walking around enjoying he views. After some time, I was approached by a security guard that gave me a hard time for being up there. I said all the doors and elevator to get up were open (they are usually locked in colder months, because the area is closed during winter events), and I mentioned the signs saying please enjoy the outdoor areas, and he said ... "Not today" ... and asked me to leave. I felt if the area was supposedly closed, then the doors should have been locked, and the elevator programmed to not go up to the roof. I did as he asked, and left, as I am not a trouble-maker, and am glad I got to enjoy it at least for a little while. 2). On my way out the doors, I noticed a Welcome Center on the first floor, and it was open, so I stopped in. The woman working inside, was either having a really bad day, or she is the most miserable person I ever met working in a welcome center. She mad me feel very UNWELCOME. I said hello when I walked in, and she just stared at me. I saw that they had little gifts, trinkets, candy, and t-shirts, apparently for sale (but no prices), and I asked her if this is a gift shop, and she said, "No, it was a welcome center." I said are these things for sale, and she said, Yes." Well then, that makes it both a welcome center AND a gift shop, right? Anyway, I was polite, but every time I asked her something, she just gave me a very bad feeling like she didn't want me there, so I snapped a few photos, and grabbed a few touristy brochures, and left. I think that woman is in the wrong profession (or something in her life wasn't right that day), so I said goodbye and left. No cheers for either the security guard, or the lady in the "Unwelcome Center" .... (sad face).

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