Carnegie Science Center
1 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
- Max power
- Up to 7.2 kW
- Level 2
- Charging ports
- 1
- J1772
- Price
- Free
- No charging fee listed
- Hours
- See hours
- Museum business hours
Carnegie Science Center is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 1 Allegheny Ave in Pittsburgh, PA. It has 1 charging port with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Charging is free, and the site is open Museum business hours.
How long will charging take?
Range added per hour
~24mi
10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery
~8.3hours
Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works
Connectors and compatibility
J1772
1 port · 7 kW
AC
The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.
Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.
Pricing
Free
Network listing: “Free; pay lot”
Location and access
- Address
- 1 Allegheny Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212 - Coordinates
- 40.44647, -80.01835
- Finding the chargers
- Across from Heinz Field
- Hours
- Museum business hours
- Phone
- 412-237-3400
- On site
- Restrooms
Questions drivers ask
How fast is Carnegie Science Center?
It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.
How much does it cost to charge at Carnegie Science Center?
Charging is listed as free (Free; pay lot). Parking fees or time limits may still apply.
What plugs does Carnegie Science Center have?
1 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.
Is Carnegie Science Center open 24/7?
Listed hours: Museum business hours.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 64343. Last confirmed by the network on May 12, 2026; opened Aug 30, 2013.