Big-City Experiences in a Small-Town, Family-Friendly Atmosphere

ICMA’s 93rd Annual Conference
October 7-10, 2007

Pittsburgh/Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

The coolest thing about the City of Pittsburgh is—it has it all!  A rich and varied history steeped in the legacy of mining, steel mills, and Carnegie-style wealth. More bridges than any other place in the world. A vibrant downtown revitalized from a “rust-belt” community to become a top-notch tourism location that hosts breathtaking city skylines, sparkling rivers, and warm, friendly residents. And this year, Pittsburgh also has the 93rd ICMA Annual Conference!

Located in Western Pennsylvania at the confluence of the Monongahela, Allegheny, and Ohio rivers, Pittsburgh is historical yet progressive.  The city offers everything from closely-knit neighborhoods to fine dining to an almost endless array of cultural attractions, museums, parks and riverfront trails—and, of course, the five-time Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers! Pittsburgh and its surrounding countryside provide plenty of fun for kids of all ages, so bring your walking shoes—this is one conference destination that promises not to disappoint!

Here are just a few of the experiences that await you in Pittsburgh/Allegheny County:

  •  America’s First Green-Certified Convention Center.  “A significant symbol of the ‘new’ Pittsburgh Region,” the landmark, $400 million David L. Lawrence Convention Center offers breathtaking views of the city while connecting the urban heart of this metropolis to the region’s waterfront. Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council with a Gold LEED rating, this environmentally forward, structural masterpiece utilizes natural daylight and natural ventilation to light and heat the building and hosts a water reclamation system that reduces potable water use.
  •  A Rich, Remarkable Legacy.  History buffs of all ages will be inspired by the wealth of American heritage encompassed within Pittsburgh and the surrounding region.  The city played a key role during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution, as brought to life at the Fort Pitt Museum, Point State Park, and Fort Duquesne.  Pittsburgh’s Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center houses six floors of exhibits, including many from the national Smithsonian Institution. 
  •  World-Class Cultural Arts and Attractions.  Pittsburgh’s 14-block cultural district in the heart of downtown reflects the city’s long-standing passion for the arts and offers a vibrant spectrum of classic and contemporary performing and visual arts.  Highlights include Heinz Hall and the Benedum Center for the Performing Arts.  The North Shore boasts the Andy Warhol Museum, the most comprehensive single-artist museum in the country and the Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild, where nationally acclaimed jazz artists perform nightly.  The Carnegie Museum of Art houses an extensive collection of Impressionist, post-Impressionist, and 19th- and 20th-century American works. The area is also home to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater, named one of the “best all-time works of American architecture.”
  •  Affordability.  Reasonably-priced accommodations; thousands of sights, sounds, and new experiences within walking distance of downtown; and a city that’s accessible by car from many U.S. cities adds up to a most affordable annual conference. 

The 2007 Conference Host Committee invites you to join ICMA for a most memorable conference experience. Mark your calendar now to join your colleagues and friends at the 93rd ICMA Annual Conference in Pittsburgh/Allegheny County, October 7-10, 2007.

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Pittsburgh Conference Flyer (pdf, 448 KB)