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Hartwood Mansion

Hartwood Acres is an Allegheny County Park consisting of 629 acres. Preserved within the park is one of the largest and most spectacular country estates in the region. Hartwood consists of a stately Tudor Mansion (erected in 1929) cottage, stable complex and gate lodge (erected in 1927). Designed by Alfred Hopkins for John and Mary Flinn Lawrence, the mansion houses an excellent collection of original English and American antiques. Its 16th century architectural design affords both young and old opportunity to glimpse into a part of Pittsburgh's past.

Not surprisingly, a large part of Hartwood Acre's charm lies in its scenic setting. Reflect upon a time of elegance and style while strolling through the formal gardens.

Hike or horseback along its wooded trails or cross country ski depending on the season. Visit the farm and stable complex, appreciate the sculptures or see a concert under the stars.

Hartwood Acres is full of possibilities. Whether you are a teacher, student, with a corporation or tour group, Hartwood Acres has something special for everyone.

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DATE 2013 EVENTS TIME

YEAR ROUND

 
Every Day Mansion Tours 
Stable Tours & Architectural Tours
(Reservations recommended)		 Mon - Sat
10 am- 3 pm
Sun. Noon - 4 pm
Varies Check for group events offered by the Boyce Nature Center.

JANUARY

 
 1/5 - 3/8 Winter Natural History Tours/Walks
(Weather permitting - all ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.

FEBRUARY

 
 2/9 - 2/23 Mini-Maple Steps
(Weather permitting - school groups only)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Wed. & Thurs.

MARCH

 
3/23  Gardening & Nature Programs - Pollinators
Mansion
Create a "balanced" habitat.
Cost: $5/person.
Reservations required.		 1 pm

APRIL

 
4/6 - 6/1  Signing & Stories
(All ages)		 1-hr sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat. 
 4/11 - 6/20 Spring Natural History Tours/Walks
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
 4/12 - 6/15  Senses Awakened
(All ages)

 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
 4/13 - 5/11

Arbor Days
(All ages)

 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
4/25 - 4/27  Earth Activities
(All ages)		 1-hr sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat. 
 4/27 Gardening & Nature Programs - Amazing Insects
Mansion
Learn to identify unique wild edibles and medicinal plants
Cost:  $5/person
Reservations required.		 1 pm

MAY

 
5/2 - 10/27   Mini-Fairy Gardens
(Greenhouse - all ages)		 2 hr sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat. 
5/5 WWW Link Venture Outdoors
Allegheny County Parks Quest Hike Series
Advanced-level series includes a vigorous loop of about 10 miles around Park.		 9 am - 3 pm
 5/11  Mother's Day Tea 
Mansion - adults
Cost: $33/person
Reservations required.  Reserve early! 		  11 am
  5/12  Mother's Day Tours
Mansion
Mothers admission is free with paid tour
Reservations required. Reserve early!		 Noon - 4 pm 
 5/16 - 5/23  Journal Memories
(All ages)
Bring journal and #2 pencil.  Draw, sketch or write your observations.
Cost:  $5/person
Reservations required.		 1 pm
 5/16 - 9/26

Wings
(All ages)

 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat. 
 5/18

Gardening & Nature Programs - Amazing Insects
Mansion
Search and study these fascinating creatures
Cost: $5/person
Reservations required.

 1 pm
 5/23 - 8/15 Beyond Borders
(Greenhouse - all ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.

JUNE

 
 6/1 & 6/8 Gardening & Nature Programs - Watercolor Creations
Mansion
(Adults and children 8 years and over)
Cost:  $5/person, supplies included.
Reservations required.		 1 pm
 6/6 - 6/20 Botanical Recipes
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
6/15  Perennial Gardening - Early Blooming
    by Master Gardener Sally Foster
Mansion, Formal Garden
We will walk through the garden and talk about each perennial that is in bloom.  Bring a sandwich for a garden picnic afterwards!
Cost: $5/person
Reservations required.		 10 - 11:30 am
6/16 Father's Day Tours
Free stable tours with paid Mansion Tour		 Noon - 4 pm
Stable: 1 pm - 3 pm

JULY

 
 7/11 - 7/25 Old-Thyme Herbs
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
 7/11 - 8/22 Small & Mighty
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
 7/13 - 9/21 Signing & Stories
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
TBA

WWW 7th Annual Mountain Bike Festival
Meet at parking lot on Middle Road (between the concert stage and school).

Riders are required to wear a helmet. Ride levels are advanced beginner and above (No true beginners please). All ages welcome. Depending on your level, we will ride 1-3 hours.

WWW Pittsburgh Trail Advocacy Group  (PTAG)
WWW Pittsburgh Off-Road Cyclists (PORC)		 6 - 9 pm
 7/18 - 9/19 Summer Natural History Tours/Walks
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
7/19 - 7/21

19th Annual Pittsburgh Blues Festival
Pittsburgh Blues Festival      Volunteers needed 
Tickets go on sale in May
Free admission Friday with donation of a bag non-perishable food.
Check the website for military/student discounts, Family Fun Pack prices & more information.
Save! Buy your tickets at the advance price online. 
Benefits the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

Fri:
4 - 10:30 pm

Sat & Sun:
1:30 - 10:30 pm
 7/19 - 8/29  Caution Botany
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat. 
7/20  Perennial Gardening - Mid-Summer Blooming
Mansion, Formal Garden
    by Master Gardener Sally Foster
We will walk through the garden and talk about each perennial that is in bloom.  Bring a sandwich for a garden picnic afterwards!
Cost: $5/person
Reservations required.		 10 - 11:30 am
 7/24  Edible Flowers Luncheon
(Mansion - adults)
Cost: $25
Reservations required.		 Noon

AUGUST

 
 8/1 - 9/5 Healing Treasures
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues. - Sat.
 8/8 - 8/28 Everlasting Flowers
Learn the art of pressing and drying flowers and seed collecting.
Cost: $5/person, supplies included.
Reservations required.		  2-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.- Sat.
8/10 Gardening & Nature Programs - Gentle Giants
Observe colors, shapes and textures of our largest "woody" plants
Cost: $5/person
Reservations required.		 1 pm 
 8/17 Perennial Gardening - Late Blooming
    by Master Gardener Sally Foster
Mansion, Formal Garden
We will walk through the garden and talk about each perennial that is in bloom.  Bring a sandwich for a garden picnic afterwards!
Cost: $5/person
Reservations required.		 10 - 11:30 am
TBA

4th Annual Dog Day Festival
Benefits the Animal Rescue League
&
Hometown Music Festival

 1 - 5 pm

5 pm
TBA

 13th Annual Allegheny County Music Festival
Amphitheater
5:00 - Opening bands
7:30 - Band TBA
$20 per car donation requested upon arrival at the concert.

5 pm

SEPTEMBER

 
9/2
Labor Day		 Mansion is open for tours
Cost: $6/person
Reservations required.		 10 am 
9/15 

Seldom Seen Places & Architectural Tours
(Mansion - adults)
Cost: $6/person
Reservations required.

 1 pm & 2:30 pm
 9/28

Allegheny Green & Innovation Festival
Sponsored by Allegheny County Special Events & Allegheny Green
Free Admission  

 11am - 4 pm
Hay Day at Hartwood Acres
Family Fall Festival
Sponsored by
Allegheny County Special Events
Free Admission  

OCTOBER

 
10/2 - 10/23  Colors, Shapes & Textures
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
 10/3 - 11/14 Autumn Natural History Tours/Walks
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
 10/4 - 11/14

Horticultural Series "Collections" 
(Greenhouse - all ages)

 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues. - Sat.
 10/9 - 11/13  Signs, Tracks & Homes
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat. 
 10/10 - 10/24 Wildflower/Wildlife Habitats
(All ages)

 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues.-Sat.
10/12 5th Annual Hartwood Fest
A fun night out for adults at Hartwood Stable Complex
Featuring a bonfire, hay rides, food, and entertainment.
Proceeds benefit the WWW Friends of Hartwood
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 6 - 10 pm
 10/16 - 11/13 Woody Plants
(All ages)		 1-hr. sessions
for 12 or more,
Tues. - Sat.
 10/26  Haunted Hat Tea & Tour
(Mansion - adults)
Reservations required
Cost: $33/person
Prize for the most unusual hat!		 11 am

NOVEMBER

 
 11/22  Holiday Mansion Tours - Daytime
(Mansion)
Regular tour admission fees & hours apply.
By reservations only. Reserve early!		 10 am - 3 pm
11/25, 26, 29, 30 Holiday Candlelight Tours - Evening
(Mansion - all ages)
Cost: $6/person
By reservation only. Reserve early!		 5 - 8 pm
11/30   Holiday Musical Tea & Tour
(Mansion - adults)
Cost:  $33/person
Reservations required. Make your reservations early!		 11 am

DECEMBER

 
All month Holiday Mansion Tours - Daytime
(Mansion)
Regular tour admission fees & hours apply.
By reservations only. Reserve early!		 10 am - 3 pm
12/2, 3, 4, 9, 10,
11, 13 		  Holiday Candelight Tours - Evening
(Mansion - all ages)
Cost: $6/person
By reservations only. Reserve early!		 5 - 8 pm
 12/4 & 12/7  Holiday Musical Tea & Tour
(Mansion - adults)
Cost:  $33/person
Reservations required. Make your reservations early!		 11 am