Converted Pittsburgh Churches

There was an article on the New York Times' website the other day that talked about the many converted churches in Pittsburgh.  This was something I have always loved- finding new uses for old buildings and in doing so, preserving history.  Former factories, schools, even Wholey's cold storage facility can become upscale living spaces; banks and train stations become restaurants.  Pittsburgh has been able to effectively take buildings and give them new life.  It is wonderful to see.

Here are some once religious churches turned into secular buildings in Pittsburgh:

Altar Bar located in Pittsburgh's historic Strip District

Mr. Small's in Millvale

Church Brew Works in trendy Lawrenceville

The Priory in the North Shore

There are a few churches on the market for anyone interested in following the conversion trend.  For example, this one in Dormont.

Here is another link of converted churches around the world for some inspiration: Former Churches Converted Into Secular Buildings

How cool is it to experience the rebirth of a city through the infrastructure of the past?  It is something that makes Pittsburgh so unique.

Thanks for reading,