Rachel Carson Homestead Association

05/29/2025

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Our logo symbolizes interconnectedness and interdependence that inspired Rachel.

05/29/2025

Time-sensitive invitation & important announcements

03/27/2025

50 years! | Time-sensitive: 3/31/25 drawing for a week at Rachel Carson's Maine cottage -

Our logo symbolizes interconnectedness and interdependence that inspired Rachel.

12/24/2024

Please help bring in a donation of ANY AMOUNT today.

We need to raise $3,600 by 12/31/2024 to receive a matching challenge grant. Thank you to those who have already donated (we received amounts from $20 to $250) so far this month. Just $5 from everyone who sees this will take us over the top!

help - more if you can afford, and if you cannot, asking others helps too.

The money will be used for some urgent exterior repairs and to make the interior more accessible.

We have sold cottage raffle tickets and engraved pavers this month - but unfortunately that revenue doesn't count toward the match.

The Rachel Carson Homestead provides programs for all, and is open to the public.

Thank you for considering, and best wishes for the holidays and throughout the new year!

12/17/2024

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED!
please help reach the modest match level for the Rachel Carson Homestead

Wherever you are, you can contribute to RCH as part of GiveBig Pittsburgh donations made here or directly to RCH by 12/31/2024 will be matched.

07/28/2024

In 1962, Rachel Carson inspired the environmental movement with her landmark book, SILENT SPRING. Today, her message is as timely as ever, and more urgent! Announce your tribute to Rachel Carson with a Legacy Paver! A new sign is being installed at the Homestead with a brick-paved area. You are invited to contribute and include your message! Order soon to be included!
https://rachelcarsonhomestead.org/join/pave-the-way/

07/23/2024

"In nature, nothing exists alone." Rachel Carson's words in Silent Spring, published in 1962, drove revolutionary changes in government policy around the environment - especially the indiscriminate use of pesticides. As a result of Rachel Carson's landmark book, President John F. Kennedy formed a Presidential Advisory Committee that affirmed her findings. Rachel Carson literally woke up the conscience of the world about human health and launched the environmental movement. Learn more about the Kennedy Library's Centennial Tribute to Rachel Carson. https://www.jfklibrary.org/events-and-awards/kennedy-library-forums/past-forums/transcripts/rachel-carson-centennial

07/10/2024

As we create native plant gardens to provide vital food sources and habitat for wildlife and pollinators, you will want to check out this webinar offered by the Master Watershed Steward Program at Penn State Extension on July 15!

Join us for . . .

07/06/2024

Visit at the Springdale Borough Community Day 11am-3pm (note: not the RC Homestead)

07/03/2024

"I can remember no time when I wasn't interested in the outdoors and the whole world of nature."
Rachel Carson's birthplace is one of the most important buildings in Pennsylvania and is also on the National Registry of Historic Places. Help us share her remarkable legacy! Become a volunteer today! https://rachelcarsonhomestead.org/local-opportunities/

07/01/2024

The immense significance of Rachel Carson's legacy was once again demonstrated by the donation of the Carson family's china. Barbara and Hugh traveled from Virginia to deliver Haviland china pieces they acquired at auction many years ago in Tarentum, PA. Jeanne Cecil, Executive Director of RCHA graciously accepted the donation and provided a tour of the homestead to the couple. Thank you for this incredible gift!