Contact

Luke DeGroote
Avian Ecologist and Bird Banding Program Coordinator
724.593.7521
DegrooteL@carnegiemnh.org

Mary Shidel
Banding Assistant
724.593.7521
ShidelM@carnegiemuseums.org

Annie L. Crary
Workshop Coordinator
andrea.l.crary@gmail.com

Robert C. Leberman
Bird Bander Emeritus
siskin@lhtot.com

Powdermill Nature Reserve

Located in Rector, Westmoreland County, Powdermill was established in 1956 and is Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s biological research station and nature education center.  Powdermill sustains and protects a variety of natural habitats where researchers and educators study ecological processes.  It is also home to one of the longest continually running avian research stations in the United States. Visitors of all ages come to gain a greater knowledge about the natural world through innovative and exciting education programs and exhibitions.

For visiting hours and directions to Powdermill Nature Reserve and PARC, please visit the Powdermill Web site at carnegiemnh.org/powdermill.