The Allegheny County's recent order places restrictions on county-wide gatherings and events effective July 3rd. In following these orders, the National Aviary will be closed for one week beginning July 3, 2020. Please check back next week for more information. The National Aviary will continue to follow guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Allegheny County Health Department to do our part to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. To support our flock during this difficult time visit aviary.org/Make-a-Donation.

The Allegheny County's recent order places restrictions on county-wide gatherings and events effective July 3rd. In following these orders, the National Aviary will be closed for one week beginning July 3, 2020. Please check back next week for more information. The National Aviary will continue to follow guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Allegheny County Health Department to do our part to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. To support our flock during this difficult time visit aviary.org/Make-a-Donation.

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Sloth Encounter - 10:00 AM

Call 412-258-9445 to purchase!

Get up close with a fuzzy, adorable sloth!

The National Aviary’s two-toed sloth, is awaiting your visit!  You’ll have the opportunity to touch the sloth, feed the sloth, and take photos of this memorable experience.  Expert trainers will provide insight into care and upbringing, and help you to learn more about sloths and the importance of conserving them in the wild.

Information and Pricing

$150 per person + general admission for non-members. National Aviary members always receive free general admission.

All ages. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult. Group size limited to six people.

Advance registration guarantees your experience. Same-day registration is based on program availability and cannot be guaranteed.  Programs may sell out early for holidays and special weekends.

Please call 412-258-9445 to register. Tickets for special encounters are non-refundable and non-transferrable to a different day/time.