Allegheny Regional Asset District

Allegheny Regional Asset District

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The National Aviary is a proud asset of Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD). The National Aviary is delighted to take part in the returning RAD PASS initiative: now available year-round*!

Upgrade Your National Aviary Experience!

It’s like the “RAD Days of Summer” but with even more ways to have fun and explore the area ALL YEAR ROUND! On behalf of the flock at the National Aviary, thank you for caring about our birds!

*Starting January 1st, 2025. Parking, food, and beverage are not included in this offer.

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National Aviary to take over Shady Side Academy middle school | TribeLIVE

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

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National Aviary welcomes 10 new animal ambassadors | WPXI

The National Aviary is welcoming 10 animal ambassadors into its family.

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National Aviary gets 7 new species | MSN

The aviary says it's already home to more than 500 animals, and the new species highlight the importance of biodiversity in shared ecosystems. 

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National Aviary gets 7 new species | CBS News

Seven new species are getting a home at the National Aviary, and most of them aren't birds.

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National Aviary getting new avian conservation center | CBS News

The aviary is getting a new property, Shady Side Academy Middle School and it will create a first-of-its-kind conservancy. KDKA's Jessica Guay spoke with National Aviary executive director Cheryl Tracy about the new facility.

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