Frick Park Improvement Projects

For nearly three decades, the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy has collaborated with the community and the City of Pittsburgh to improve the beauty and accessibility of Frick Park. From creating one of the world’s greenest buildings—the Frick Environmental Center—to restoring the historic Reynolds Street Gatehouse, the Parks Conservancy continues to preserve and enhance Frick Park for future generations. Learn more about the ongoing and future projects that keep Frick Park a vibrant and sustainable part of the city’s green spaces.

From Slavery to Freedom Garden

Launched in fall 2025, this project advances accessibility at the Frick Environmental Center with thoughtful upgrades to the From Slavery to Freedom Garden, creating a more inclusive, educational, and welcoming space for all visitors.

Sensory Nature Trail

The Outdoor Discovery Space and Sensory Nature Trail at Frick Park, opened in May 2025, is a fully accessible, immersive nature experience that invites visitors of all ages and abilities to explore, play, and connect with the landscape through their senses.

Forbes Avenue Gatehouse

This project restored the Forbes Avenue Gatehouse, preserving a key Frick Park entrance and protecting the structure for generations to come.

Nine Mile Run Trail Repair

The 3.5-mile Nine Mile Run Trail in Frick Park was restored by the Parks Conservancy and the City of Pittsburgh to address storm-related damage.

Frick Environmental Center

Opened in 2016, the Frick Environmental Center is a net-zero energy hub in Frick Park that connects people of all ages to nature through hands-on environmental education and sustainable design.

Reynolds Street Gatehouse

Completed in 2000 as the Parks Conservancy’s first showcase project, the Frick Park Gatehouse is a restored 70-year-old landmark that continues to welcome visitors with its historic design and renewed landscape.

Pittsburgh’s Parks: For Everyone, Forever

Parks bring us together. They are where families make memories, neighbors connect, and people of all backgrounds and abilities can find joy in nature. No matter who you are, parks are for you. And in return, they give us so much—fresh air to breathe, green spaces to explore, and a sense of home in the heart of our city.

At the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, we believe parks are essential. We’re committed to caring for them today and for generations to come. 

Join us in keeping Pittsburgh’s parks thriving.