Fun event for the whole family!

Sunday, September 21
10am-3pm

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at The Westmoreland with a vibrant day of music, dance, art, and community! Enjoy live performances by Hugo Cruz and Caminos and Apasionado Dance, take advantage of a free mini headshot session with Maria Mejia Photography, and explore hands-on art-making activities for all ages. Browse a curated selection of books highlighting Hispanic culture from the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, and savor delicious food and drinks available for purchase.

Explore the featured exhibition The  Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis. A trailblazing sculptor and printmaker, Catlett spent seven decades creating art that honored the dignity and strength of marginalized communities. Her powerful depictions of laborers, women, and African Americans address social issues relevant in both the United States and Mexico—two countries where she resided during her lifetime.

Join us as we honor the rich traditions, diverse cultures, and creative expressions of Hispanic heritage!

• Experience the flavors of local food trucks: Enjoy a variety of food and treats available from local vendors throughout the day.
• Roberto Clemente Pop-Up: Learn about the life and legacy of baseball legend Roberto Clemente, including his sports achievements and humanitarian work, from representatives from the Clemente Museum.
• Community Partners: Connect with local organizations and discover valuable resources.
• Art Studio Activity: Create your own Chilean Chanchito (good luck pig) out of dry clay.
• Hands-On Crafts: Create make-and-take crafts, including traditional paper flowers and maracas, with Seton Hill University and the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, and learn about the altar (ofrenda) for Día de los Muertos, a vibrant display honoring loved ones.
• Greensburg Hempfield Area Library: Stop by to explore a curated selection of books celebrating Hispanic culture.

Scheduled Activities 

• 10:30am–1:30pm: Free mini headshot or family portrait session (up to 5 people) with Maria Mejia Photography. Sign-up will be available on-site; slots are limited.
• 11–11:30am: Experience dynamic performances by Matías & Irina from Apasionado Dance of Pittsburgh, who will demonstrate and explain various folkloric and social dance rhythms from Cuba, Puerto Rico, and beyond.
• 12–12:30pm: Enjoy the vibrant sounds of Hugo Cruz and Caminos as they fuse Afro-Cuban, jazz, funk, and R&B into a contemporary style that celebrates Cuban traditions.
• 1–1:30pm: Apasionado Dance of Pittsburgh (Repeat of the 11am performance).
• 2–2:30pm: Hugo Cruz and Caminos (Repeat of the 12pm performance).

FREE
Enjoy food and drink options available for purchase.
Top photo: Hugo Cruz

Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

Additional support provided by McDonald’s of Three Rivers.

Giving Back to the Community

Please consider bringing a non-perishable food donation when you attend this event. The Museum is proud to be a donation collection site for Westmoreland Food Bank’s Second Annual 9/11 Week of Service Food Drive, a county-wide initiative designed to honor the spirit of service and unity that happened in the wake of tragedy. Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted at the Museum throughout the month of September. Lean more about the Food Bank and see a list of most needed items.  Thank you.