City of Asylum/Pittsburgh

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40 W North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
+1 (412) 435-1110
https://cityofasylum.org

City of Asylum is dedicated to protecting and celebrating freedom of creative expression, hosting the world's largest residency program for writers living in exile due to persecution. Through a variety of programs and public art projects, they work to build a just community where diverse voices can thrive.

Located on Pittsburgh's Northside, City of Asylum offers a range of cultural experiences at its permanent home Alphabet City, which includes a bookstore featuring world literature and a restaurant, Cucina Alfabeto. They regularly host free readings, concerts, and films, fostering a vibrant environment for artistic engagement and dialogue.

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David B.
1/11/2024

Extraordinary organization that provides residency for writers living in exile under threat of persecution in their home countries. There are readings, musical performances, and other...

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Ed L.
3/13/2024

What a beautiful spot. This is definitely a hidden gem in Pittsburgh. I found myself here for Jazz Thursdays. This is a free event every Thursday that offers some of the best Jazz musicians in the...

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Viv L.
6/17/2023

I love spending an afternoon/evening here. Well decorated and neat, this place brings light to stories really worth learning. The selection makes sure to highlight authors with incredible stories...

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Paul P.
5/28/2023

A wonderful organization that I've supported over the years, attending events and donating to it. It's noble mission is to support endangered and exiled writers with a place to stay on our city's...

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Mark F.
9/12/2024

Great organization. Free music and author presentations are great. Restaurant and bookstore are terrific. Plus really do provide a refuge for writers from countries where free speech is repressed.

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