Classes and Programs
Whether you’re a budding artist or photographer, or interested in what it takes to care for our feathered friends, the National Aviary offers exciting classes and programs to encourage, teach, and inspire!
Brushes & Birds: Flamingo Fountain!
Sun., March 1 | 10:30 am – 1 pm | Members: $40; Non-Members: $45 | All materials and National Aviary General Admission Included | Register Here
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Brushes & Birds: Flamingo Fountain Details
Flamingoes…with an iconic Pittsburgh twist! Create your own fla-mazing work of art with Maria DeSimone Prascak of Maria’s Ideas (mariasideas.com)!
Join Maria for a creative and colorful class in painting your own fine-feathered masterpiece. Designed for painters of all ages and abilities, follow Maria’s step-by-step instructions to paint a portrait of a well-loved National Aviary bird: a vibrantly pink flamingo (making it the best Flamingo Fest ever!).
Brushes & Birds classes are open to participants 8 years and older. Those under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. No prior drawing skills required; a tracer will be provided!
Falconry: The Sport of Kings
10 am – 12 pm | Members: $20; Non-Members: $25 | National Aviary General Admission Included
- SOLD OUT!!! Sat., March 7
- Sat., September 5 | Register Here
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Falconry: The Sport of Kings DetailsTravel back in time to learn about a sport that has been around for thousands of years: Falconry!Discover firsthand the mystique of this ancient practice from National Aviary Licensed Falconer, Cathy Schlott. Learn how humans and birds of prey work together to achieve a common goal and uncover its primitive history – from an overview of regulations to the considerations when selecting a species. PLUS meet an Aviary Animal Ambassador.
Open to participants 10 years or older. Those under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Virtual Fun: Meet and Tweets!
Brighten your team’s day by having a special guest attend your next video meeting or virtual happy hour! You can schedule a surprise video drop-in with a penguin, parrot, or owl!
Learn More!Visit our FAQ section of our website for our cancellation policy. In cases of insufficient registration, the National Aviary reserves the right to cancel any program. Under these circumstances, you will receive a full refund.