The David L. Lawrence Convention Center (DLLCC) rivals convention centers in other cities. It is certainly has a positive impact on Pittsburgh economic, cultural and educational development. I have attended several technical conferences at the DLLCC, typically coupled with the neighboring hotels, over the years and they are always well organized. The convention center itself provides a wonderful venue for equipment shows and/or technical displays associated with these conferences.
My most treasured experiences at the DLLCC over the years has been at the Pittsburgh Home and Garden show. This year's show was no exception. With space for many vendors, the show allows one to see what's current in home decorating, gardening, landscaping, home repair and leisure and recreation among others. Some of the standouts this year included an extensive exhibit of model trains with, for example, Lionel trains complete with scenery representative of Pittsburgh. Also of note were Japanese massage chairs which it was possible to demo for 15-20 minutes with benefits rivaling any massage therapy studio. I am tempted ... There were a variety of sauna's and jacuzzi's which will remain on my wish list. This is always a pleasant experience and one only afforded by virtue of Pittsburgh having such a beautiful and spacious convention center.