Schenley Park
This article is sponsored by the adoption agency in Pittsburgh, PA, at AFTH, going outside and getting some fresh air is so essential, and we encourage families and friends and enjoy the outdoors.
Known as Pittsburgh’s public park, Schenley Park was created in 1889 with the land that was donated by Mary Schenley. Today, the park holds approximately 456 acres of trails, woods, and many family-friendly attractions for residents and visitors to enjoy.
The park is also known for its diverse range of visitors from university students, business professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts. They also host major annual festivals and events such as the Vintage Grand Prix and the Pittsburgh Race for the Cure.
With hundreds of acres of beautiful lush green landscape to enjoy, you can bet there are tons of activities and things to do while visiting the park.
Phipps Conservatory
Visitors can start by taking a morning stroll over to the Phipps Conservatory. The Conservatory and Botanical Garden is a beautiful and tranquil thriving oasis with many eco-systems to explore.
It is also one of the nation’s largest and oldest Victorian greenhouses that create a breathtaking backdrop for weddings, special events, or any other occasion.
Schenley Park Cafe & Visitor Center
Make your way over to the park’s cafe for a quick lunch pick-me-up after spending some time at the Conservatory. The Cafe and Visitors Center offers a coffee bar, lunch menu, delectable desserts, a gift shop for all your souvenir needs, and a park map, so you don’t get lost in 456 acres of landscape.
The Schenley Park Café and Visitor Center building was initially used as a picnic shelter. It was designed and constructed between 1903 and 1904 by the architectural firm of Rutan and Russell in Pittsburgh. Two similar shelters were built around the same time that no longer exist, but have been torn down over the years. The Visitor Center is one of the few surviving park-buildings from the early days.
No matter what you decide to explore, you’ll find never-ending opportunities to take in the greenery the park has to offer. For more weekend festivities, check out one of our favorite local museums.
Our Local Office
Adoptions From The Heart helps prospective adoptive parents in and near the Pittsburgh area with international and domestic placements, guiding families looking into adoption, facilitating home studies, and handling all aspects of placement. To learn more, contact our Pittsburgh, PA, adoption agency in and speak with one of our caring adoption professionals.
