The Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation (BGC), together with BOOM Concepts, are developing a new five-year strategic plan for the Penn Avenue Arts and Commercial District, which spans from Mathilda Street to Negley Avenue.

Established over 25 years ago and shaped by community-driven initiatives, including a 2014-2019 strategic plan, the district has experienced significant growth and changes, prompting the need for a new plan to guide future development. The district now includes a diverse mix of businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations, expanding its identity beyond an arts district. The new strategic plan will incorporate community input to address evolving needs and ensure the district remains an inclusive, dynamic, and economically sustainable community.

Public engagement for this project kicks off in August and will include events, surveys, and pop-ups. Check back for engagement opportunity updates!

Special thanks to the Pennsylvania Department for Community and Economic Development Main Street Matters program for their generous support of this project.

Thursday, August 7th 2025

Please join us for your preferred meeting:

Virtually: 12pm-2pm

Zoom

RSVP for virtual session here 

In Person: 6pm-8pm

The Irma Freeman Center for Imagination

5006 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224

RSVP for in-person session here

In-person session will include refreshments, giveaways from Penn Avenue businesses, childcare, and music.