Von Maur Sets Opening Date For First PA Department Store

BETHEL PARK, PA — Circle Nov. 9 on your shopping calendar.

That's the date Von Maur plans to open its two-story, 118,000-square-foot location at South Hills Village. The Iowa-based department store chain has spent the better part of a year transforming the former Sears store into its first Pennsylvania shopping destination

The store will feature an exterior brick facade. Inside, shoppers can expect an open floor plan, original artwork and entertaining music from the store's grand piano.

"The unrivaled shopping experience created at South Hills Village through its enticing mix of shopping, dining and entertainment makes it a one-of-a-kind destination and an outstanding location for us to open our first location in Pennsylvania,"Von Maur president Jim von Maur said said when the project first was announced.

"We are looking forward to becoming a part of the Pittsburgh community and showcasing a unique shopping environment for our customers for years to come."

Von Maur was founded more than 150 years ago. The company currently operates 36 stores in 15 states, along with a 120,000-square-foot e-commerce facility that drives its online business.