Pittsburg was founded in 1876 and is named after Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is located in southeastern Kansas and Crawford County. Pittsburg State University is located in this city.
 
 
Recommended Resources
The official city site features resources about living, visiting and doing business in Pittsburg. Also offers information about city hall.
http://www.pittks.org/
Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburg
Contains information about this Pittsburg hotel, as well as pictures and local points of interest. Also available is a method by which rates and availability may be checked.
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-pittsburg-kansas-KS067
Offers a virtual tour along with information about local attractions, a map of the area, rooms and suites. Also features group and meeting venues and services.
http://www.lamplighterpittsburg.com/
This is the online version of the newspaper in Pittsburg. Features news, weather and user submitted articles.
http://www.morningsun.net/
Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Consists of Chamber membership details, news, events and community and business resources.
http://pittsburgareachamber.com/