Rachel Carson, a child of the Allegheny Valley, was a writer and an ecologist. There have been great writers whose descriptions of natural history and stories of the natural world charm and delight readers; and there have been scientists whose work excites the public attention. Rachel Carson rises to a heroic stature because her conscience called for action, not only words. (Painting by Minette Bickel) Read More >

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Stephen Colbert on Fracking

Stephen looks at an attempt to lift a ban on fracking.

Watch the video here



City Council Passes Clean Air Act

A special thanks to Bill Peduto, City Councilman and RCHA supporter, for sponsoring the Clean Air Act and helping to make our air cleaner.

To read the full story, click here

Please consider RCHA as a recipient of your planned giving.

The Rachel Carson Homestead

The Rachel Carson Homestead Association is charged with the preservation of the birthplace and childhood home of Rachel Carson. She was born on May 27, 1907 in this small, five room farmhouse in the newly formed borough of Springdale. The clapboard house originally stood on approximately 65 acres of land overlooking the Allegheny River. The Carson family lived in Springdale until around 1930 and the homestead passed through several owners until it was stewarded by the Association in 1975.

Posted: October 30th, 2011. Comments: none

Eco-Retail for the Holidays

In need of unique and green gifts this holiday season? Looking to support local artists? Then stop by the RCHA Community Environmental Center in Lawrenceville where you will find wonderful Eco-conscious, handmade art and products. Click here for details.

Posted: October 29th, 2011. Comments: none

Community Experiences Raffle Winners

We would like to offer a congratulations to our Community Experiences Raffle winners: Laurie Syput (1st place), Steve Mentzer (2nd place), and Amy Slone (3rd Place). We hope they enjoy their prizes!

Posted: October 17th, 2011. Comments: none

Thank You – 2011 Day of Giving

Thank you to all those who generously donated to The Rachel Carson Homestead Association via The Pittsburgh Foundation on October 4th.

Each and every donation made helps us reach new heights and accomplish our goals.

Posted: October 13th, 2011. Comments: none

Check it out – RCHA is in the news

Here are some great articles to read to catch up on what is going on with RCHA. We hope you enjoy them!

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Posted: September 23rd, 2011. Comments: none

Legacy Conference Date Moved

The annual Rachel Carson Legacy Conference and the Legacy Award presentation has been moved to January 2012.  Check back for our official announcement and for more details. Read more »

Posted: July 1st, 2011. Comments: none