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Heinz Memorial Chapel

1212 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
412-624-4157
Ranked #27 of 59 attractions in Pittsburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Historic Sites
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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65 reviews 65 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

The stained glass was gorgeous. Worth stopping in if you enjoy that sort of art. More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Impressive and beautiful to look at, inside and out. Amazing example of gothic style, elegant stained glass windows, calming, peaceful atmosphere, lovely site with greens and walkway More

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Carnegie, Pennsylvania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Just a beautiful, inspiring place to visit. Have been there for many concerts and even a couple of weddings. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

it was beautiful but close to 100 degrees in there! way too hot! More

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42 reviews 42 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

A really interesting sample of early 20th century American architecture. I've been to a few weddings here and every one has been ethereal in quality. More

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Pittsburgh PA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Went there for a wedding. The woodworking and ambiance are stunning, but you have very little time to set up, hold the ceremony, and clear out. If you are OK with tight restrictions on decorations, this is the place to shoot for. More

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Pittsburgh, PA
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

Went here for a wedding. Absolutely stunning! Must see to truly appreciate. More

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See 4 more reviews by Pandora715 for Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

Inspired by Paris' Sainte Chappelle technology of 20th Century no where near inspired 13th C original. Parisian version sings with light from windows while concrete/stonework of local version is leaden. More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

Attended a wedding at Heinz Chapel a few years ago and it was absolutely gorgeous. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

It would be interesting to know how many Pittsburgh couples were wed in the Heinz Chapel on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh. I am half of one of them and I can say without hesitation that the chapel admirably framed my wedding ceremony. Its classic architechture and park setting are sought after by so many it is often... More

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