Things To Do Shopping
Shopping has been at the heart of the Monroeville experience since the opening of the Miracle Mile shopping center, the largest shopping center of its kind between New York and Chicago when it opened in 1954. Offering 25 national and specialty retailers in one location, it became the forerunner to other modern shopping complexes. Monroeville Mall came 15 years later, and was considered so vast (1.3 million square feet) and featured such a variety of goods that developers joked they could reside there in an emergency. Those comments inspired famed horror director George Romero to use the mall as a setting for his classic 1978 zombie movie “Dawn of the Dead.” Today, these two Monroeville landmarks as well as a variety of specialty and boutique shops are still very much alive — and free of zombies, we promise!
Looking for a more urban shopping experience? Head to downtown Pittsburgh. In the heart of the City are major department stores like Macy’s and Sak’s along with lots of retailers specializing in everything from jewelry to antiques. In addition, Pittsburgh retail hubs like Oxford Center, Fifth Avenue Place, and the Shops at Station Square combine fashion, convenience, and specialty shops with dining options from casual to unique.
If a day of antiquing in the country is more your speed, head to the Laurel Highlands where you can enjoy the charms of an old general store; a small family-operated fruit farm; or unique Amish antiques, crafts, and gifts.
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