Mellon Park

Mellon Park is a public park located in the Shadyside and Point Breeze neighborhoods of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The park straddles both sides of Fifth Avenue, extending from approximately Shady Avenue to Penn Avenue. Established in 1943, Mellon Park was created from the former estate of Richard B. Mellon, whose mansion was once the largest in Pittsburgh.

The park's 33 acres encompass various landscapes and features. One of its most notable areas is the Walled Garden, which was part of the original Mellon estate. This formal garden, designed in 1929 by the firm Vitale and Geiffert, features brick and limestone walls, broad walks, and perennial borders. In 2010, the Walled Garden was restored and now includes an art installation titled "7:11 AM 11.20.1979 79°55'W 40°27'N" by Janet Zweig, consisting of 150 fiber optic points of light embedded in the lawn representing the night sky at a specific date and time.

Mellon Park is home to a diverse array of trees, with over 100 different species present throughout the grounds. In recognition of this arboreal diversity, the park was designated as the City of Pittsburgh's first public arboretum. Thirty-five selected trees have been marked with signs indicating their species and providing interesting facts, encouraging visitors to explore and learn about the park's flora.

The park offers various recreational facilities and serves as a venue for community events. It hosts an annual craft fair called "A Fair in the Park" every September, which has been a tradition since 1969. The park's design and historical significance have earned it recognition beyond its local community. Mellon Park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is also recognized as a Pittsburgh Historic Designation.