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National Carpatho-Rusyn Cultural and Educational Center

Homestead, Pennsylvania

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The center is located in the former St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cathedral, which was built in 1903 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The center houses an extensive collection of Carpatho-Rusyn artifacts, including traditional folk costumes, religious icons, and historical documents.

Visitors can learn the Rusyn language through classes offered at the center, helping to preserve this unique Slavic language.

The center actively works to preserve and promote Carpatho-Rusyn culture through educational programs, workshops, and events.

The center hosts an annual festival celebrating Carpatho-Rusyn culture with traditional music, dance, and food.

The center features a specialized library with a vast collection of books and resources on Carpatho-Rusyn history and culture.

The center works with organizations in Europe to promote and preserve Carpatho-Rusyn heritage globally.

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