The Church: 'Storytellers: Oral History -- Black Beach Front Communities', October 11th

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STORYTELLERS: An Oral History
of The Historic Black Beach Front Communities

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STORYTELLERS: An Oral History
of The Historic Black Beach Front Communities

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026
2 PM

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TICKETS:

General Ticket: $10

Member Ticket: $5

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Experience the beauty and wisdom in listening to and exchanging stories firsthand by joining us for this very special evening of storytelling. Programmed in tandem with our exhibition Dear Mazie, which celebrates the pioneering local legend and Azurest Co-founder, this program is a celebration of the enduring legacy and spirit of the historic Black Beach Front communities here in Sag Harbor.

Gain a deeper perspective and intimate understanding of our local historic Black beach front communities as we traverse memories, reflections, and impressions from the people who know the landscape the best: its residents.

The program will begin with Donnamarie Barnes and Michael Butler, two artists included in the exhibition whose families have lived in the community for generations. Following their story sharing, hear anecdotes and narratives from individuals with deep personal and family ties, including descendants of Amaza Lee Meredith.

And join us as we warmly welcome Steve Williams, President of the Azurest Property Owners Association and Karen Sarah & Mark Price, residents of the historically Black community of Sag Harbor Hills.

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The Church was established in 2019 by artists Eric Fischl and April Gornik. Housed in a deconsecrated 19^th-century church, its doors were opened in April 2021. Our mission is to foster creativity and to honor the living history of Sag Harbor as a maker village. The East End represents an exceptional artistic legacy, spanning the practices of indigenous art of several centuries ago, Abstract Expressionists of the mid-20th Century, and the many celebrated writers, makers, musicians, and visual artists of the recent past and current moment. Core programming includes visual art exhibitions, concerts and events, educational programming, workshops, lectures, and an artist’s residency.

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The Church’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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The Church

48 Madison Street

Sag Harbor, NY 11963

www.thechurchsagharbor.org

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Photo: Donna Marie Barnes Collection

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