Block22

Block22 Four revitalized historic buildings in Downtown Pittsburg turned into a mix-use, living-learning community focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.

Block22 is an innovative, mix-use, living-learning community at 4th and Broadway in Downtown Pittsburg. In 2018, a unique partnership between Pittsburg State University, the City of Pittsburg, and the Vecino Group transformed four historic buildings into an entrepreneurial center. On both the east and west side of Broadway, the city’s main arterial street, Block22 features residential, commercial,

dining, and entertainment spaces. The National Bank Building: Headquarters of The Foundry, a collaborative small business start-up space, University Strategic Initiatives, and the Kansas Small Business Development Center. Opera House Hotel: Home to Root Coffeehouse & Creperie, The Community Room, and the makerspace. Evergy Courtyard & The Pitsco Idea Shop: Spaces to create, innovate, and gather. Commerce Building: Home to Brick + Mortar Social House, Pippie May’s home décor store, and TOAST restaurant. Baxter Building: Formerly home to Juicy’s, a new business will be coming soon!

Happy 150th birthday to the place we call home! We love being a part of Pittsburg and seeing the progress it has made ov...
05/20/2026

Happy 150th birthday to the place we call home! We love being a part of Pittsburg and seeing the progress it has made over the last 150 years.
Here's to another 150 years! 🎉

We had a blast with the 5th grade classes from Girard who were able to come to the IdeaShop over the last two weeks to l...
05/01/2026

We had a blast with the 5th grade classes from Girard who were able to come to the IdeaShop over the last two weeks to learn about different types of energy!

As you can tell, they had some fun creating their own catapults and cheering each other on through friendly competition. 🏆

Huge thanks to Spencer and Jude for their hard work at Block22! We truly appreciate everything you do. Here’s to you thi...
04/17/2026

Huge thanks to Spencer and Jude for their hard work at Block22! We truly appreciate everything you do. Here’s to you this Student Employee Appreciation Week!

We highlighted to the leaders from Aberdeen how Block22 integrates student housing with commercial and coworking spaces,...
04/17/2026

We highlighted to the leaders from Aberdeen how Block22 integrates student housing with commercial and coworking spaces, community rooms, and the IdeaShop, creating a dynamic environment that supports education, entrepreneurship, and downtown revitalization.

We love seeing our community come together here at Block22!
04/16/2026

We love seeing our community come together here at Block22!

Downtown will be buzzing this weekend.. and you don't want to miss it!Saturday, April 18 | 3–9 PM🚗 Plan ahead—downtown w...
04/14/2026

Downtown will be buzzing this weekend.. and you don't want to miss it!

Saturday, April 18 | 3–9 PM

🚗 Plan ahead—downtown will be busy!
💵 Bring cash to support artists.

Let’s celebrate 20 years of creativity, community, and everything that makes Pittsburg special. See you there!

Pittsburg Arts Council + ArtWalk Downtown Pittsburg, Kansas

Welcome to downtown Pittsburg!
04/14/2026

Welcome to downtown Pittsburg!

What an incredible day at the Eastern Kansas YEC event at the Bicknell Center! We were blown away by the creativity, pas...
04/09/2026

What an incredible day at the Eastern Kansas YEC event at the Bicknell Center! We were blown away by the creativity, passion, and entrepreneurial spirit these students brought to the competition.

Congratulations to our winners, all of whom will advance to the state competition:
1st Place: Taste of Gold – Josie Walter, Crest High School
2nd Place: WildScat – Adairrius Valley, Girard High School
3rd Place: IB Western Supply – Ian Bryan, Baldwin High School
4th Place: Precision PC – Russell Wasem, Elk Valley High School
5th Place: Printed Brasswork Innovations – Andrew Low, Baxter Springs High School

A special shoutout to our Pitt State Admissions team for partnering with us to award five $1,000 scholarships to future Gorillas!

A huge thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible. We couldn’t do it without your support! (dropped their logos in the photos)

Address

402 N. Broadway
Pittsburg, KS
66762

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+16202354920

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