Cathedral of Learning

The Cathedral of Learning reaches a height of 163 meters and contains 42 floors with Indiana limestone walls and 2,000 rooms throughout the structure.

Construction began in 1926 after John Bowman commissioned architect Charles Klauder to design an educational building that would inspire Pittsburgh children to pursue higher education.

The building houses 31 Nationality Rooms that represent different cultural traditions through authentic materials, architectural elements, and historical artifacts from various countries.

The Commons Room on the first floor extends upward through four stories and functions as both a grand study hall and event space for university activities.

During World War II, the Cathedral provided accommodation and training facilities for approximately 1,000 members of the Army Air Corps.

Location: Pittsburgh

Inception: 1926

Architects: Charles Klauder

Architectural style: Gothic Revival, Art Deco architecture

Floors above the ground: 42

Elevators: 12

Height: 163 m

Part of: Schenley Farms Historic District

Website: http://tour.pitt.edu/tour-categories/cathedral-of-learning

GPS coordinates: 40.44417,-79.95306

Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:44