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Sensory Friendly Time

May 14 | 10 am - 12 pm

Wed., April 9 and May 14 | 1:30 – 3:30 pm | Call 412-323-7235 to Register

Explore the National Aviary during a sensory-inclusive experience, designed for those with sensory processing needs to make the most of their trip. Enjoy various touchable biofacts including eggs and feathers, interactive play spaces, and more.

Sensory Bags from KultureCity featuring items like headphones and fidgets toys are available to borrow daily at the National Aviary.

Please register in advance!

An Owl Finch peacefully perched amongst the tranquil scenery of our Grasslands habitat

Click here to view the National Aviary Sensory Guide to help you plan an engaging visit.

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Two peregrine falcon chicks hatch atop Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning | 90.5 WESA

The peregrine falcons nesting on the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning welcomed two new hatchlings Thursday.

First peregrine falcon chick hatches in Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning nest | KDKA News

It's Take Your Kid to Work Day, and the peregrine falcons nesting on Pitt's Cathedral of Learning apparently got the memo.

Newly Released Guam Kingfishers Produce Eggs in the Wild for the First Time in 40 Years!! | National Aviary

The Nine Birds released last fall (including three that hatched at the Aviary) continue to thrive in their new home on Palmyra Atoll

New Andean condor arrives at National Aviary | CBS News

A new Andean condor has arrived at the National Aviary, with the hope that he'll play a role in conserving the species.

Your Weekend Guide for Apr. 11-13: From a Bunny Trolley to an Eggstravaganza, spring has sprung in Pittsburgh! | Kidsburgh

Kids at the Aviary's spring-themed Eggstravaganza will participate in a scavenger hunt, story time, and receive prizes to take home, meet a skink and take a photo with the Easter Bunny.