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Bedrock of the Community
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May even be back home the same day I don't think that will happen! Unless you're looking for something very particular, it's hard to see everyone's table in one day, much less intensely browse through their offerings. Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures
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it's hard to see everyone's table in one day Wow that big? I guess I'll keep my options open |
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Bedrock of the Community
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Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures
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I did see the floor plan. How immense it is will probably hit me once I'm there.
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How immense it is will probably hit me once I'm there.  |
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Bedrock of the Community
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I go to a show every year that has 150 dealers and it takes me two days.
Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures
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Pillar of the Community
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I would consider all of the parking near the convention center safe. There is a garage at the venue, but I usually find it full. There are a few more just down the street and around the block, as well as street parking if you get lucky. Parking in Pittsburgh is a bit on the high side so be prepared for that. The street access to the convention center gets pretty jammed during events so you have to be prepared for that as well. The last time, they had multiple events going which, of course, adds to the traffic.
The city got invaded by lantern flies a few years ago so you might get startled by a few.
It is well worth the slight inconveniences in my opinion.
Last note: You may want to bring some bottled water. Lines tend to be long at the food and beverage stands.
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and be sure to have some fun there too  |
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You may want to bring some bottled water. Highly recommended. |
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Bedrock of the Community
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And a backpack.
Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures
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and be sure to have some fun there too I probably should go for two days instead of squeezing it all in one day. More fun, less rushed. Wednesday / Thursday seems like the way to go but, the 1933 Double Eagles will be on display Friday. Plenty of time to think. Bringing water, great idea! Was thinking about a backpack but with my luck, I'd turn and hit someone holding a raw coin! Maybe a messenger-style satchel. |
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Bedrock of the Community
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You'll definitely need something to carry stuff in - the more secure the better. Check out this picture I posted from the Texas Numismatic Association show in May. Look at what most of the guys are sporting. https://goccf.com/t/489898#4473461Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures
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I do think a satchel might be easier for me to access without having to take it off like a backpack. Also, a careful thief in a crowded area may be able to get into it without me ever knowing.
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Pillar of the Community
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Here's a map to show where you might park. I put some red lines to show the travel path I take to get there. The street that connects Ft. Duquesne Blvd. with Liberty Avenue runs through the building. There is a parking garage for the venue just to the left as you exit the building. I've never found it available (always full it seems). If you can't get in that garage, look along the street and side streets for parking and lots as you make your way to the Smithfield-Liberty Ave. garage. If you can't get in there, there's another down the street. There are great eateries all over, so you don't have to eat the offerings at the venue if you prefer more timely service and a richer menu.  Edited by PlumCrazy814
Today 1H 30M ago
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Pillar of the Community
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Pittsburgh can be challenging to navigate, and sometimes GPS can get flaky so here are some visual captures of the route. The entrance to 10th St through the Convention Center from Ft. Duquesne Blvd.  The "tunnel"  the exit of the "tunnel". Sometimes there is parking available to the left and right at the tunnel exit  as you go up 10th toward Liberty Avenue, you might see parking to the left and right at the crossroads.  the view at the turn to Liberty Avenue - don't take the path shown by the red "NOT" arrow. Follow the path indicated by the black/yellow line/arrow  A better view of the turn at Liberty Avenue  Continue on Liberty Avenue a few blocks...  Until you see this colorful building on the left...  Keep going on Liberty Avenue past it until you see the garage entrance.  |
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