Month: March 2021
25 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
Happy Earth Month from Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy!For decades, April 22 has brought about annual celebrations of our planet across the globe. Since the first Earth Day in 1970, people have…
Read MoreHappy International Women’s Day!
Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we want to thank the generous women throughout Pittsburgh’s history who have helped shape the parks we all know and love.First up: Helen Clay Frick!…
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The First Friday: Heather’s Silver Lining
Heather Starr Fiedler is a loving wife, Mother of the Year, Point Park University professor, and part-time philanthropist. She’s also an avid runner. Like many others, in 2020 Heather found herself…
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Things We Love About Our Parks
Over the last year, our family has turned to Pittsburgh’s parks for so many reasons.For a safe escape from our own four walls.For family time.For exercise.For a mental health release.And…
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Pittsburgh invests $800,000 in public art, seeks proposals for 18 projects
CP photo: Amanda WaltzPublic art bug sculpture in Wightman Park, Squirrel Hill The pandemic has highlighted the importance of public art, as the format gives artists and patrons a way…
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