Powdermill Avian Research Center

Powdermill Nature Reserve, established in 1956, serves as the biological research station and nature education center for the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Located in Rector, Westmoreland County, it protects a variety of natural habitats and is home to one of the longest-running avian research stations in the United States.

The reserve offers innovative education programs and exhibitions, allowing visitors of all ages to deepen their understanding of ecological processes and the natural world. It also features ongoing research initiatives, including studies on bird banding and avian perception, fostering collaboration among researchers and educators.

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