The People's Enchanted Garden
Urban Agricultural Education Site — Pittsburgh, PA
The People’s Enchanted Garden is a community program that teaches people of all ages how to grow food and connect with nature in an urban setting.
Who We Serve
Children, families, and community members across Pittsburgh
What We Do
We offer hands-on learning experiences, including:
- Gardening workshops
- Backyard chicken care and learning about food cycles
- Mushroom growing using natural, regenerative methods
- Composting and soil health education
- Partnerships with local farms for shared learning
Community Needs We Address
- Limited access to culturally relevant food education
- Disconnection from where food comes from
- Food insecurity in urban communities
- Loss of generational farming knowledge
Our Impact
- Reaching about 200 people each year through hands-on learning
- Building stronger food and gardening skills in households
- Helping families grow more of their own food at home
- Strengthening connections between local farms and the community
Our Purpose
We help families reconnect with food, land, and traditional growing knowledge through practical, hands-on education that supports long-term food independence.