Evolution of Pittsburgh as a Tourist Destination – Part 3 – 2000-Present
Lifelong Learning | Available (Membership Required)
The presentations continue the history of Pittsburgh from year 2000 to present. Concentrations are on the development of tourist attractions and the visitor economy, including failed tourism developments along with integration of tourism research. The foci are listed below in the proposed sequence, although the time on each is determined by course participation and visual quantity such as videos and other media.
Regional Asset Legislation - Development of the Stadia and new Convention Center and hotels expansion
History and evolution of the Strip District area of Pittsburgh. Failed Fifth – Forbes Proposal
Transportation infrastructure development of the Pittsburgh International Airport and selective Highways
Gambling legislation and construction of Casino and related infrastructure
Museums and similar attractions and Development of districts with concentration of cultural institutions such as National Aviary, Zoo and Aquarium, and children’s museum, and Picklesburgh
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William Obenour
Bill Obenour, PhD is a retired professor whose research focused on the meanings of the journey to long-term traveler, destination image, and sustainable tourism strategies. He taught at East Carolina University, Bowling Green University, and the University of North Carolina Greensboro. He earned his PhD in Parks Recreation and Tourism Management from Clemson University and his Med from Bowling Green State University. In his free time, he has traveled to approximately 45 countries and 47 of the 50 states.