March 2009


Screen Calendar

This month's calendar features a Logperch in French Creek.

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Fallingwater Museum Store

Reusable Shopping Bag

Paper or plastic? Neither! Go green and show off your good taste at the same time with this reusable shopping bag.

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Upcoming Local Events

Several Frank Lloyd Wright buildings, including Fallingwater, will be featured in the American Institute of Architects' exhibition enditled "America’s Favorite Architecture." The show is being held at the Space Gallery on Liberty Avenue in downtown Pittsburgh.

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The Spring 2009 Season Begins at Fallingwater

A new, eventful season at Fallingwater begins March 16, following a record-breaking year for visitation in 2008. The 2009 season features new exhibitions and lectures as well as expanded tour options…so plan your visit soon!
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Pittsburgh Public Schools Students Get Closer to Nature
Pittsburgh Public Schools students will have more opportunities to play and learn in green, outdoor spaces thanks to a $1.5 million grant from the Grable Foundation and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s School Grounds Greening Initiative.
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It's Volunteer Season!

Last year, volunteers helped WPC thrive. In fact, there were 8,300 volunteers for our Community Gardens and Greenspace program alone! Planting dates are being finalized for TreeVitalize, and Fallingwater is accepting applications. Learn about 2009 volunteer opportunities on our website.
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Conservation Map ThumbnailWPC Website Highlight

Looking for a weekend getaway? How about just a quick cross-country hike? This Recreational Guide highlights some of the publicly accessible regions that have been conserved by WPC, and categorizes them by available activities, allowing you to quickly find a place where you can engage in your favorite outdoor venture.
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