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 >

Event Calendar

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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 annual Rachel Carson Legacy Conference and the Legacy Award presentation will be held on November 5th.  Check back for more details.

Prices:

$25 Student

$50 RCHA Members/Chatham Faculty and Staff

$75 General Public

$50 VIP Reception

Location: Chatham University, Shadyside Campus, Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Registration and Event: Eddy Theatre

Reception:Welker Room, James Laughlin Music Hall

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*VIP Reception costs an additional $50 per person.