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.

Bringing Rachel’s Message to a

Neighborhood Near You!

While the Homestead in Springdale, PA undergoes renovations, an exciting new RCHA venture will be moving around the region. In the first half of our pilot year we will be stopping in Lawrenceville at 4300 Butler Street (at the corner of 43rd and Butler Streets).

Our Center will feature an exhibit about Carson, on loan from the US Fish and Wildlife Service; regular programing; Eco-friendly, handmade art and gifts by local artists; and an interactive exhibit for children.

Center Hours:

  • Saturdays 12PM-5PM
  • By appointment

For appointments, contact joy@rachelcarsonhomestead.org.

Suggested Visitor Donations:

  • Free for members
  • $5.00 per adult
  • $2.00 per child ages 3-12
  • $3.00 seniors, students, military and educators

The Cookie Tour (December 1st-4th):

  • Thursday 11AM-6PM
  • Friday 11AM-6PM
  • Saturday 10AM-6PM
  • Sunday 10AM-6PM

The Lawrenceville Environmental Center has been generously sponsored by the following businesses:

http://www.schlaegle.com/