Workshops & Perfomances
We’re excited to share some of the meaningful projects we’re working on this season!
In partnership with our longtime friends at East Meadow Library, we’re co-hosting a Juneteenth celebration — a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the U.S. Our longtime collaborator will perform with his band, The Elder Statesmen: African American Gospel, to honor and uplift his community’s heritage.
Virtual Exhibit
In Harm's Way
In Harm's Way was a physical exhibit held from October through December, 2017 at the Long Island Museum of American Art, History, and Carriages in Stony Brook, New York. This virtual exhibit allows visitors to view parts of the exhibit virtually.
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Programs & Services
Arts in Education
Long Island Traditions sponsors various arts-in-education programs that are supported by the NY State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. The goals of these programs are to bring traditional artists into classrooms where students can enhance their understanding of history and traditions through in-class presentations and residencies, along with hands-on activities and field trips.
Community History, Place and Memory
1. CELL PHONE TOURS
LI Traditions and TravelStorys have created a series of self-guided cell phone tours around NY State.
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“Long Island Back Story” explores Long Island’s South Shore maritime culture including bay houses.
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“East End Backstory” explores the maritime culture of the East End including the Combs Decoy Shop at Hallockville.
Maritime Folk Arts in Education
The goals of this 4th-grade program include teaching students about a traditional occupation, family and community traditions, and educating teachers on folklife resources in the community. Because the maritime traditions are rapidly vanishing from Long Island, it is critical that students learn about these resources before they disappear. The program is offered in class and remotely.
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Grants for Artists
At Long Island Traditions, we’re proud to support local artists through grant opportunities that help preserve and share traditional cultural expressions. We offer funding for master artists to teach their craft to apprentices, as well as project support for artists representing maritime, cultural, and occupational traditions rooted in Long Island’s diverse communities. Learn more about our grant programs and how to apply by contacting us at info@longislandtraditions.org