The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy was founded in December 1996 by a group of citizens concerned with the deteriorating conditions of Pittsburgh's historic city parks.

A non-profit organization, the Parks Conservancy has worked closely with the City of Pittsburgh since 1998 under an official public-private partnership agreement to restore the city's four regional parks: Frick, Highland, Riverview, and Schenley. 

To date, the Parks Conservancy has raised $108 million toward park improvements. In addition to completing 17 major park improvement projects, stewarding over 1,700 acres, and working with thousands of volunteers annually, the Parks Conservancy has expanded into community and neighborhood parks as time and resources have permitted.

The mission of the Parks Conservancy is to improve quality of life for the people of Pittsburgh by restoring the park system to excellence in partnership with government and the community. Projects and programs are conducted with respect for the environment, historic design, and the needs of our diverse region.

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Parks

Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy

Catherine Qureshi

Jennifer Dailey

Hersh Merenstein

Alana Wenk

Meg Cheever

Ross Chapman

James Snow

The Visitor Experience and Education team at the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy is dedicated to enhancing the engagement and educational opportunities for park visitors. This team designs and implements programs that connect the community to nature and the rich history of Pittsburgh's parks, while also training volunteers and seasonal staff to engage visitors effectively. Through various educational initiatives and community outreach efforts, they strive to foster a deeper appreciation for the parks and promote environmental stewardship.

Visitor Experience and Education

Operations and Project Management

Leadership Team

Visitor Experience and Education

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Operations and Project Management

Leadership Team