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Rachel Carson Homestead
  • Home
  • About
    • Mission Vision and Values
    • RCHA History
    • Board and Policies
    • Educator – Summer Program
    • Interpretive Framework
    • Internet Privacy Policy
  • 2023 Cottage Raffle
    • Cottage Visitor Testimonials
  • How to help
    • Other ways to help
      • Pave the Way!
  • Become a Member
    • Piano in Carson Parlor
    • Volunteer
  • Donate today
  • Resources
    • Biography
    • Books by Rachel Carson
    • Books about Rachel Carson
    • Environmental Reading List
    • Legacy Challenge
    • Legacy Challenge Commitments
    • Media
    • Top 10 Challenge
    • Challenge Resources
  • Connect
    • Contact
      • Visit
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Homestead Restoration

February 1, 2017 Written by rch

The Homestead Restoration continues in phases. Over a decade ago, worn siding was replaced with reclaimed wood, and original doors and windows were repaired or re-milled. The next public grant permitted replacement of the roof, a ramp for better accessibility, and other improvements.

In 2022, we plan to rebuild the historic front porch, execute exterior plans based on professional designs –

More information will be posted soon…

The Rachel Carson Homestead is registered as a National Historic Site and with the Pittsburgh History and Landmark Foundation, but does not receive federal funding. The Rachel Carson Homestead Association is responsible for restoration, maintenance, and general repairs. The Homestead is the locus of factual information about Rachel Carson’s early life and her “sense of wonder” – the inspiration for all her writings.

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