By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Science Education and Research Outreach Coordinator

You know the saying, “what goes up must come down?”  Well, in an unusual way, it applies to our local lakes. Let's find out what that means and try some cool activities at home!...

By Let's Move Pittsburgh

You've got questions ... we’ve got answers! Email your queries about healthy foods, physical activity and screen time for kids and Ginger will answer them here on the Phipps blog.   Q: I find it difficult...

By Karen Santelli

Phipps master gardener and conservatory docent Amy Troyani is the quintessential educator. Upon retiring in 2011 from a 40-year career teaching in Pittsburgh and Venezuela, she began volunteering at Phipps in order to keep learning...

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Science Education and Research Outreach Coordinator

What are some adaptations that trees need to get through the freezing temperatures that drive us to parkas and hot chocolate? Let’s take a look!

By Emily Nye, High School Program Coordinator

Thank you to the many schools that submitted an entry for Challenge #2, “Eco-App.” Smartphone applications give us access to a wealth of information at our fingertips, but screen time can take away time spent...

By Amy Reed, executive chef, Café Phipps

Looking for adventure in the kitchen? Our monthly What We're Cooking with Now post features a fresh produce ingredient, explains how to find the market's finest, and includes a recipe to try at home. Parsnips Why: This...