Pittsburgh accepting donations for City-County Building's annual Christmas tree display
In mid-November, the selected tree will be brought to its new location in anticipation of Light Up Night, which is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 22.
The placement of a Christmas tree at the City-County Building remains one of Downtown's oldest traditions. The first tree was placed on the construction site of the City-County Building in 1914, city officials say.
Potential trees can be of any evergreen variety and should be a minimum of 40 feet tall.
Those interested in donating a tree from their property may contact the Department of Public Works Forestry Division directly at 412-665-3625.
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