Weddings

Weddings at the National Aviary

Say “I do” at the National Aviary! Choose between a traditional ceremony-and-reception package or our NEW offering: an elegant, unique, ‘Short and Sweet’ ceremony-and-reception offering; ideal for couples looking to save in style. Choose to celebrate your love in The Garden Room, with its natural design elements and scenic views overlooking our historic Rose Garden or decide to share your first married kiss in an immersive habitat. A wedding at the National Aviary makes for Pittsburgh’s most unique wedding venue.

An experienced team of event professionals is ready to make your big day perfect. Start planning today! Contact Our Events Team, at [email protected], through our Contact Events Manager Form, or by calling 412-258-9463.

  • Classic Weddings

    Treat your guests to the ultimate Aviary experience and leave the planning to us with a wedding package that includes up to five hours of use in The Garden Room with an opportunity to add-on habitat access!

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  • Short and Sweet Weddings

    Couples looking for elegant and unique ceremony and reception options that give you more time (and money!) to spend on your honeymoon can find them at the National Aviary!

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National Aviary to turn former Shady Side Academy Middle School into new conservancy thanks to local | WPXI

The National Aviary, based on the North Side of Pittsburgh, will soon embark on creating a brand new facility, thanks to a local benefactor.

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New National Aviary Veterinary Care and Conservation Center to Open in Fox Chapel | Pittsburgh Magazine

What aims to be a world-class avian conservation center that will revolutionize avian veterinary care and the conservation of threatened and endangered birds around the world is taking flight in Fox Chapel.

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National Aviary to receive old Shady Side Academy middle school campus by donation | MSN

Fox Chapel resident and 1962 graduate S. Kent Rockwell is working to acquire Shady Side Academy middle school and plans to have the 35-acre middle school campus donated to the Aviary via the SK Rockwell Conservancy.

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National Aviary to turn former Shady Side Academy Middle School into new conservancy thanks to local philanthropist | Pittsburgh Business Times

In addition to donating the property, the SK Rockwell Conservancy plans to donate $10 million to support the programs that occur at the facility once it is open.

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National Aviary to receive old Shady Side Academy middle school campus by donation | WTAE

A Pittsburgh resident and alumni of Shady Side Academy is helping the National Aviary find a new nest for its next breeding and conservation center, teaching hospital and educational space.

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