About This Postcard
The sleek mid century geometry of the Pittsburgh Hilton Hotel dominates this vibrant 1960s scene in the heart of Gateway Center. This color lithograph produced during the Chrome Era highlights the 22 story landmark’s distinctive gold anodized aluminum frame and grid like facade which stood as a symbol of Pittsburgh’s Renaissance redevelopment. Set against the backdrop of the modern Gateway Towers in the Golden Triangle the scene captures the bustling energy of the city's entrance to Point State Park. The crisp blue sky and rows of period automobiles preserve a truly gorgeous and futuristic image of 1960s urban sophistication
Details
Era: Chrome 1960s (1968)
City: Pittsburgh
State: Pennsylvania
Country: United States of America
Topic: Pittsburgh Hilton Hotel, Hotels
Condition: Uncirculated
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Publisher: Dexter Press, Wonday Film Service.
Additional Information
The Pittsburgh Hilton officially opened in December 1959, and this card was published for Wonday Film Service, Inc. of Wilkinsburg, PA, part of the regional distribution network documenting the city's modern skyline. The reverse provides a historical description of the 22 story air conditioned hotel, noting its location at the junction of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers where the Ohio is formed.
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