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50 of the Most Frequently Asked Questions about Pittsburgh | Discover the Burgh

Where's a great place place to take kids in Pittsburgh? The National Aviary!

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Holiday Cheer at the National Aviary | National Aviary News

Opportunities to connect with nature and enjoy the holiday season at the National Aviary

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Families can explore the National Aviary’s seasonal exhibits, gift shop | TribLIVE

Shake off the winter blues in the National Aviary's lush tropical habitats!

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Wow! Pittsburgh Gave Big Like Never Before | Pittsburgh Magazine

The first day of this year's #GiveBigPittsburgh campaign obliterated previous first-day totals.

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21 Ways Kids Can Celebrate the Holidays in Pittsburgh | Kidsburgh

The National Aviary in Pittsburgh will show off its new event space with Holidays in the Garden from Dec. 26-30.

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Owl Be Darned – Rockefeller Center Christmas tree survival tale not surprising | TribLIVE

National Aviary Ornithologist shares insights on the Northern Saw-whet Owl who made an unplanned visit to Rockefeller Center

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Pet Events: National Aviary offers holiday gift ideas | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The National Aviary is promoting its always alluring bird-themed items in the gift shops as the perfect holiday gifts.

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National Aviary’s New Garden Room Kicks Off with Brunch | Pittsburgh Magazine

Enjoy brunch in The Garden Room, the National Aviary's new event space!

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New & Notable: The Garden Room | North Hills Monthly

The National Aviary recently celebrated the completion of The Garden Room, a new 9,000 sq. ft. event space that opens up to offer access to a beautiful patio and garden.

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New Garden Room at National Aviary opens with bird-safe glass | Construction Magazine

The new venue offers sweeping views of Allegheny Commons Park and the historic Rose Garden.

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National Aviary holds early celebration for its sloth’s Halloween ‘boo day’ | WPXI

The Aviary’s Linnaeus’s Two-toed Sloth, Valentino, was born on Halloween. But since the facility is closed on that day, the aviary celebrated his 10th “boo day” early.

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Pittsburgh’s Regional Asset District issues record preliminary budget | 90.5 WESA

In all, RAD proposes to fund 107 organizations of all sizes, from the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, the National Aviary, Pittsburgh Symphony and Heinz History Center to small dance and theater troupes.

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Pittsburgh conservation planting seeds for visitors and investment | Capital Analytics Associates

Pittsburgh’s conservation institutions are a growing part of the Commonwealth’s outdoor recreation economy. At the National Aviary, Executive Director Cheryl Tracy says the institution is “just getting started,” despite nearly 75 years of history.

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2nd extinct-in-wild Guam kingfisher hatches at National Aviary | CBS News

For the second time this year, a bird that's extinct in the wild hatched at the National Aviary.

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Jungle Creatures and Fantastic Features: Toucans | Phipps Conservatory

Jungle Quest invites guests on a stunning safari bursting with terrific topiary animals, tropical foliage and beautiful blooms...including some animals you can see at the Aviary!

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