Allegheny Commons has been serving the citizens of Allegheny, now known as Pittsburgh's Northside, for more than 130 years. Work is now underway, through implementation of The Master Plan for Allegheny Commons, to ensure that the park endures for generations to come.Pittsburgh's oldest park, Allegheny Commons, dates to 1867.
The name derives from its previous use as public grazing land, or "common." The creation of the park reflected the 19th century movement to beautify American cities and improve urban living conditions. Well-known predecessors were New York's Central Park and Philadelphia's Fairmount Park.
The park's original designs are still visible in many areas, while other areas have evolved and changed along with the community it serves. Monuments have come, gone and returned. Lake Elizabeth has changed in its scale, design and use. Newly planted trees grow next to those planted more than 100 years ago. The park's continuum is sure to serve for generations to come.
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