The NSS Heritage Museum Presents
Septemberfest
September 30, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | FREE & Open to the public | Cash & Card Vendors
It’s that time of the year again, and with the changing of the season comes the NSS Heritage Museum’s 11th annual Septemberfest celebration! Join us for a fun filled autumn afternoon of activities celebrating our Slovak culture and heritage. Visitors can shop vendors offering items for sale such as decorative pieces, jewelry, arts and crafts, Slovak themed snacks and food items, and much more. Admission is FREE and open to the public. Parking is FREE and available in the parking lot located below the home office, as well as across the street located next door in the Jordan Tax Services lot. We welcome all to join us for this family friendly day of celebration. We hope to see you there!
International Marketplace
Visitors are welcome to browse various vendor stalls where unique items will be offered. Take home an interesting hand-made Slovak folk craft, Ethnic gift, or sweet confection as a souvenir.
Ethnic Foods & Pastries
Visitors are encouraged to sample the various Slovak foods available for sale at the Slovak Cafe, like Kielbasa, Pirohy, Halusky, Mancini Paska Breads, Homemade Sweet Treats and much more!
Rusty Gold Brewers
A representative from Rusty Gold Brewers will be present during the event offering samples of their custom crafted beer.
Folk Dancing & Music
Don’t miss out on Slovak modern and folk dancing and music performed by The Pittsburgh Slovakians and Pittsburgh Junior Slovakians, Pittsburgh’s oldest Slovak dance troupe.
NSS Heritage Museum
While attending Septemberfest, we welcome all to visit the on site NSS Heritage Museum’s and it’s new exhibit titled “Slovaks in America.” Learn about the journey Slovaks made to the United States over 100 years ago and how they became an important part of the American ethnic landscape.
Folk Arts & Crafts
Attendee’s are welcome to join in on the various arts & crafts presentation exhibits designed to teach unique skills. Also performing inside the museum will be Martin Meyer, a young strolling violinist, who will also lead a hands on ethnic weaving demonstration.
Polka Classics Polka Band
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The Polka Classics Polka band will be playing all your favorite hits, LIVE!.
Children’s Events and Activities
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Attendees with children are encouraged to visit the children’s area where such activities like balloon sculptures for young & old alike will be provided by “Giggles the Clown.” Crafts, games and prizes and more in the FREE children’s area!
Septemberfest Location
- Address: 351 Valley Brook Road, McMurray, PA 15317-3337
- FREE & Open to the public
- FREE Parking available on premises and across the street in neighboring lot.