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Description: Picture of the Fred Rogers Memorial Statue located near Heinz Field on the North Shore in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on November 8, 2009. The Ohio River can be seen in the background on the left. The bronze sculpture was created by Robert Berks, and is the centerpiece of Tribute to Children. A former pier from the Manchester Bridge is located directly behind the statue, which forms an arched walkway leading to the statue. The sculpture weighs approximately 4 tons and stands about 10 feet 10 inches tall, and 7 feet 3 inches wide from the hip on one side to the extended foot on which the subject is tying his shoe. Mister Rogers is depicted smiling and facing the city of Pittsburgh. The dedication ceremony was held on November 5, 2009, and the statue is open to the public. Coordinates: 40°26′41″N 80°00′50″W / 40.44485°N 80.01385°W / 40.44485; -80.01385Coordinates: 40°26′41″N 80°00′50″W / 40.44485°N 80.01385°W / 40.44485; -80.01385
Title: FredRogersStatueinPittsburghPA
Credit: self-made
Author: Lee Paxton
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