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Frick Park Stewardship

Frick Park Stewardship Days

September 9 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Frick Park Stewardship Days REGISTER HERE Ecological restoration | Invasive species management Looking to get your hands dirty? Join us for invasive plant removal and restoration site management at the…

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Birding Pittsburgh’s Parks – Bird Lab at Hays Woods

September 10 @ 8:00 am - 9:30 am

New to bird watching? Looking for a group to go birding with? Join Naturalist Educator Stephen Bucklin in Birding Pittsburgh’s Parks. Beginners are welcome, and binoculars will be available for…

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Stewardship Days- August Wilson Park

September 10 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Pitch in a hand and join us for a Stewardship Day in August Wilson Park in the Hill District! Help us beautify your parks by participating in tasks such as…

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get ready for a spectacular dance party Inaugural Glow in the Park event to light up schenley plaza

Join us on Thursday, September 19 from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., at Schenley Plaza for an enchanting evening. As the newest addition to the Parks Conservancy's lineup, Glow in the Park promises an unforgettable night filled with wonder and excitement. Dance beneath the radiant glow of lights in one of Pittsburgh's most iconic park locations. Indulge in a delightful strolling dinner and groove to the beats of DJ Digital Dave.

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Restoring Your Park System to Excellence

Pittsburghers need parks. They're where families create lasting memories together, where people of all ages connect to nature, and where all of us can simply enjoy a breath of fresh air. Parks, in return, do more than we realize. They clean the air, filter stormwater, lower stress, and provide a natural sanctuary. 

We believe in the power of parks. We are all in. Are you?

DISCOVER YOUR PARKS
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Our Impact 23 Major Improvement Projects

We help park visitors create a lifetime of memories. Through the fundraising for and restoration of more than 20 iconic spaces and structures. By operating beloved spaces like Schenley Plaza and beautifying community gathering spots like the Highland Park entry garden. Hosting events. Leading research. Offering free programs for 8,000 children and adults a year…and so much more.

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$145 MILLION RAISED

277 FREE PROGRAMS ANNUALLY

9,000 TREES & FLOWERS PLANTED ANNUALLY

Parks in the News

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Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Celebrates Autumn’s Splendor with Action-Packed Fall Event Series

From a Harvest Celebration to Spooky Adventures, the Season’s Lineup Offers Engaging Activities for All Ages in Pittsburgh’s Scenic Green Spaces PITTSBURGH – SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 – The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy today…

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Uncovering an Emerging Invasive Plant in Pittsburgh

In the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve Pittsburgh’s natural landscapes, our team at the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy is always on the lookout for emerging ecological challenges. Our commitment to…

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Celebrate Freedom and Unity at the Pittsburgh Park Conservancy’s First-Ever Freedom Harvest Celebration

Part of RAD Days, this family-friendly event at the Frick Environmental Center honors history, culture, and the harvest season with music, food, and fun for all ages. PITTSBURGH – AUGUST…

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Educational Programs inspiring the next generation of environmentalists

The future of parks depends on today’s students. Working alongside partners in public and private schools, our full staff of educators engage students through thoughtful park curriculum. Parks Conservancy educational programs not only help students gain a better understanding of the natural world, they encourage young learners to take part in stewardship activities that actively make it better.

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Emerald View Park

Stitching together three historic parks, Emerald View Park is the premier place to view Pittsburgh's spectacular skyline.

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Frick Park

At 644 acres, Frick Park is Pittsburgh's largest historic regional park.

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Highland Park

Pittsburgh's need for a municipal water system brought about the creation of Highland Park in the late 1800s.

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Riverview Park

Riverview Park is a jewel of Pittsburgh’s North Side.

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Schenley Park

Situated in the heart of Oakland, Schenley Park has come to be Pittsburgh’s civic park.

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The parks that you know or ones that you have yet to discover.

Restore Your parks

Your parks depend on friends and neighbors like you. There are many ways to make a difference in the parks — plant a tree, volunteer, enroll in summer camp, buy a season pass to the Schenley Plaza carousel, donate to an upcoming capital project, and many others. Parks have never mattered more to us than they do now. Please consider giving them your support.

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