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Rachel Carson Homestead
  • Home
    • About
      • Mission Vision and Values
      • Interpretive Framework
      • RCHA History
      • Board and Policies
      • Internet Privacy Policy
  • Calendar
    • Visit
  • Contact
    • Connect
  • Resources
    • Biography
    • Books by Rachel Carson
    • Books about Rachel Carson
    • Environmental Reading List
    • Legacy Challenge
    • Legacy Challenge Commitments
    • Top 10 Challenge
    • Challenge Resources
      • Media
  • Donate
    • How to Help
      • Become a Member
      • Volunteer
      • Pave the Way!
      • Educator – Summer Program
    • Piano in Carson Parlor
  • Cottage Raffle July 2021
    • Cottage Visitor Testimonials

Thank you for the ways you support this inspiring historic site - through your visits, donations, and purchases.

Historic view from Colfax

Historic view from Colfax

View of the house during Rachel's time with ifull-length front porch. The springhouse remained functional into 1930s and looks much the same today.

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Steinway box grand

Steinway box grand

This Steinway square grand is the same style bequeathed to Maria McLean Carson. It is in need of restoration! You can help...

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The Sense of Wonder Trail behind the Homestead is a small walking trail open daily until dusk. Enjoy the new signs!

The Homestead will re-open after Pennsylvania's state-wide closure of nonessential businesses is lifted. Thanks for understanding!

This well-fed springhouse was the source of household water into the 1930s. Built before the Carsons lived here, the interior brick needs repair. The well recharges and could be function again.

About The Homestead

Rachel Carson's birthplace and early home,in Springdale, Pennsylvania, has a long history.

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Visit Us - when it's safe

TEMPORARILY CLOSED due to safety concerns. The small rooms cannot accommodate guests with good social distancing. Join our virtual programs until we can again open for visitors!

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Upcoming Events

Dec 1, 2020 - All Day 24 Hours Day of Giving and GiveBigPittsburgh an annual giving day. See "How to Help" - and Cottage Raffle tickets are now available! see Cottage Raffle July 2021. Thank you for all your support.

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How to Help

The Rachel Carson Homestead is supported by members like YOU. See our cottage raffle page, holiday giving matches, and ways to donate
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Virtual Event Nov. 24 @7pm

August 12, 2020 Written by rch

Send your email to Info@RachelCarsonHomestead.org  for the meeting link and password.  The program will be recorded with a Q&A session.

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May 2020 Birthday Tribute

May 24, 2020 Written by rch

We’ve got so much news to share, but for now just a quick note inviting you to join us in this tribute for Rachel and a friend who helped save her homestead!

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We are grateful

March 16, 2020 Written by rch

We hope to re-open soon. Meanwhile, we thank patrons, members, visitors, and all donors for your support. Most recently, we received funds to replace our “front yard” bulletin board, thanks to Need Knots, a giving circle.

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Cottage Raffle 2021

January 17, 2020 Written by rch

Thank you to EVERYONE who participated in our 2020 raffle. This fundraiser is wonderful because we get to “meet” so many people who truly appreciate Rachel Carson. The downside is that there’s only one winner! 2021 Raffle for week of July 17-24,…

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2020 Virtual Events

December 6, 2019 Written by rch

Coming soon! Our first event will be a presentation of Environmental Ethics and Rachel Carson’s legacy.  Announcement to follow!

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Welcome Visitors! Hawk Moun...

July 23, 2019 Written by rch

Welcome visitors from Hawk Mountain – the world’s first refuge for birds of prey (read more…) We are also pleased to welcome visitors from the University of Sichuan, China.

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Rachel’s Birthday

March 27, 2019 Written by rch

On the 50th anniversary year of Earth Day – inspired by Rachel Carson, and the establishment of the EPA – called for by Miss Carson, the COVID-19 epidemic prevented our normal celebration of Rachel’s birthday in 2020. Perfect time to revisit her legacy!  

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2021 Week at Rachel’s...

February 5, 2019 Written by rch

Limited chances for use of Rachel Carson’s seaside cottage for the week of July 17-24, 2021 are available! We sell only 100 tickets at $100 each. Public drawing February 20, 2021 at 1pm Eastern at the Homestead and via Zoom.  This is the fifth year we are offering the opportunity to support the Homestead in […]

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PSU Students honor MLK Jr a...

January 27, 2019 Written by rch

Penn State University students from various campuses in Southwest PA celebrated the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday as a Day of Service, including at the Rachel Carson Homestead. These young people acted in honor of the icon of racial and social justice with their slogan ”Make it a Day On, Not a Day Off” to […]

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2018 Projects Completed!

November 27, 2018 Written by rch

The new roof is finished! We’re so grateful the old one held out.  We also have a new “classroom” and trail signs. Many more improvements and projects will continue to turn this landmark into the destination deserving of Rachel Carson’s name. Take a look 

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