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.

Green Retail at the RCHA Pop-Up

Part of the RCHA Community Environmental Center’s mission is to connect you to local artists specializing in handmade, Eco-conscious art and functional objects.

We think our namesake would love the items that have started coming into the store and would certainly appreciate the green ethic that is part of the process of their creation.

Stop in and check out these unique and affordable items when you are in need of a special gift or just looking to treat yourself.

You can stop by Saturdays from 12PM to 5PM or schedule an appointment. To schedule an appointment contact Joy at joy@rachelcarsonhomestead.org.

Featured artists:

Nicole Bloch – updated jewelry and housewares made from vintage elements

Joel Brown – witty and whimsical collages

Alex Lobus – reclaimed wooden frames and sculptures

Lucy McClure – brooches and hair clips made from fabric and vintage buttons

Kate McGlynn – fun and practical aprons fashioned from recycled clothing

Laura Nickel -  nature-inspired, functional ceramics