The Deepwater Horizon oil spill is threatening hundreds of species of birds that breed, winter and rest in the Gulf Coast area. The effects of this spill will impact birds directly in the path of the advancing slick, including herons, terns, skimmers, plovers, gulls, rails, and ducks. The impact to these and other fragile species depends on how long the leak lasts, weather conditions, and water currents.

The National Aviary is gathering information from a number of bird conservation organizations working to mount an organized volunteer response to what could be the greatest environmental disaster in our history. If you would like to support rescue efforts, please consider making a donation to the Gulf Coast Avian Rescue Effort.

Check out our Summer Camp 2010 Schedule including;

Survivor Camp – Come spend a wild week with the National Aviary.

Feathers and Fun Camp – Make some feathery friends at the National Aviary’s Summer Day Camp for 4 and 5 year olds!

Career Camp – Join other teens during the National Aviary’s new single day Career Camps!

May 8, 11 a.m – 2 p.m.

In honor of World Environment Day and Fair Trade Day, enjoy a trunk show from Women of the Cloud Forest. You'll have the chance to purchase bags, wallets, clothing and jewelry made from natural fibers and materials.

Women of the Cloud Forest is a fair trade project started in 2001 to offer economic opportunities to undeserved women and their families. A portion of the proceeds from the trunk show will benefit the National Aviary.

FREE admission to moms and grandmothers with paid child admission.

SHOW OPENS SATURDAY, MAY 29 and runs through Labor Day

Wed – Sat, 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Sundays, 2:30 pm

Guests will experience thrilling close encounters with a variety of birds flying freely in the National Aviary’s outdoor rose garden. Macaws, vultures, owls, eagles and more will show off their remarkable natural behaviors and flight skills. Two shows offered daily: 11:00 a.m. show will feature raptors and birds of prey; afternoon show will feature parrots and macaws. Included with admission.

June 19
Summer Solstice Party
Children can enjoy summery treats and create their own chalk masterpieces along the walkways surrounding the National Aviary. 11 am – 2 pm.

June 20
Father’s Day at the National Aviary
Dads and granddads enjoy FREE admission with paid child admission.

July 10
Lories Birthday Party
Celebrate the birthdays of our rainbow lorikeets with free nectar feedings, face painting and other fun activities. 11 am – 2 pm.

July 17 - SAVE THE DATE
Night in the Tropics
Mark your calendars for Night in the Tropics, the best party of the summer. Celebrate the Aviary's flock while sampling food from some of Pittsburgh's finest restaurants and swaying to the reggae rhythms of The Freedom Band. Presented by BNY Mellon. Purchase tickets online