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April 07, 2026 - Pittsburgh, PA

Shapiro-Davis Administration Turns on Point State Park Fountain After Completing $3.4 Million in Park Upgrades Ahead of NFL Draft

Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn today visited Point State Park to tour recently completed upgrades to the park and to turn on the park's iconic fountain ahead of major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nation's 250th anniversary.

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) made repairs to address leaks and improve the lighting to the iconic fountain, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024. Other significant upgrades as a part of a $3.4 million project include:

* Repairs to walkways and hardscapes
* Utility repairs
* Repairs, improvements, and lighting upgrades on the City Side Lawn, flag bastion, and parking lot
* Refreshing of landscaping throughout the park
* New landscaping throughout the park

Speakers in Order:
Jake Weland, Point State Park Manager
Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis
Cindy Adams Dunn, Secretary of DCNR
Sara Innamorato, Allegheny County Executive
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor
Jerad Bachar, President and CEO of Visit Pittsburgh



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Lieutenant Governor Austin speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_01.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_02.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_03.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_04.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_05.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_06.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_07.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_08.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Cindy Adams Dunn, Secretary of DCNR speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_09.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Cindy Adams Dunn, Secretary of DCNR speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_10.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Cindy Adams Dunn, Secretary of DCNR speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_11.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Cindy Adams Dunn, Secretary of DCNR speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_12.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Cindy Adams Dunn, Secretary of DCNR speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_13.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Cindy Adams Dunn, Secretary of DCNR speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_14.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.  Jake Weland, Point State Park Manager speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_15.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.  Jake Weland, Point State Park Manager speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_16.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.  Sara Innamorato, Allegheny County Executive speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_17.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.  Sara Innamorato, Allegheny County Executive speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_18.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.   Jerad Bachar, President and CEO of Visit Pittsburgh speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_19.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.   Jerad Bachar, President and CEO of Visit Pittsburgh speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_20.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.   Jerad Bachar, President and CEO of Visit Pittsburgh speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_21.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.  Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_22.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.  Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_23.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA.  Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor speaks during Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_24.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin chatting with event attendees prior to Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_25.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_26.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA. Lieutenant Governor Austin chatting with event attendees prior to Tuesdays press conference at Point State Park.  Davis Lt. Governor Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_27.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA Arial photos of Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_28.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA Arial photos of Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_29.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA Arial photos of Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_30.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pittsburgh, PA Arial photos of Point State Park.  Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn, along with other state and local stakeholders, highlight $3.4 million in upgrades to Point State Park in 2025 and turn on the iconic Point State Park fountain for the season  nearly a month ahead of schedule. Typically turned on during the first week of May to coincide with the Pittsburgh Marathon, the fountain will begin operations early this year in preparation for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nations 250th anniversary.  April 7, 2026.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/29202_DCNR_PointStatePark_AG_31.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>