Just past Federal Street, the canal turned left and headed for the Allegheny River, right under the site of the new ballpark. Lock No. 2 would be under home plate. Runners to first base would tread on top of the old towpath, deep below. They plan to cover new PNC Park with stone instead of brick. A good choice.
Stone lends strength and dignity to a structure.
They could be arranged as a splendid entranceway or public sculpture commemorating the vision and determination of a previous generation of Pittsburghers. The same enterprising spirit that led to the groundbreaking for the new PNC Park was present 170 years ago, on the same site. All rights reserved. Click here for Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.