For some, the history of a city is etched into its skyline or forged in its steel mills. But for John "Jack" Penkrot, a mainstay of the local folk dance … Continue reading The Rhythm of a City: A Life Dedicated to Pittsburgh’s Folk Traditions
Kálmán Magyar Awarded Pro Cultura Hungarica
Kálmán Magyar (Öcsi), co-founder and co-Executive Director of the Hungarian Folklife Association was recently awarded the prestigious Pro Cultura Hungarica. The recognition comes from Hungary’s Ministry of Culture and Innovation … Continue reading Kálmán Magyar Awarded Pro Cultura Hungarica
Hungarian Roots in an American Coal Town: A Journey of Hope and Hardship
Folklife Ambassadors Help Celebrate a Legacy That Spans Oceans and Generations By Panni De Cheke Qualls A Journey Across Oceans Mary Anne Troncone Brundage’s story begins in the rugged Carpathian … Continue reading Hungarian Roots in an American Coal Town: A Journey of Hope and Hardship
Dancing Across Borders: Folk Faktory Brings Eastern European Traditions to Life in Pittsburgh
By Lajos Hunor Izsó and Hajnalka Guti-Izsó | Folklife Ambassadors When most people picture Pittsburgh, they think of steel mills, bridges, and football. But beyond the industrial skyline lies a … Continue reading Dancing Across Borders: Folk Faktory Brings Eastern European Traditions to Life in Pittsburgh