Staten Island Museum’s 68th Annual Fence Show

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    When:
    September 22, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
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    1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301
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    140+ local artists, plus food and music, for the

    Staten Island Museum’s 68th Annual Fence Show

    Saturday, September 22, 2018
    (Rain Date: Sunday, September 23, 2018)
    11:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Lawn of Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor, 1000 Richmond Terrace, SI, NY 10301
    Admission: Free admission and parking

    (Staten Island, NY – September 10, 2018)  Staten Island Museum presents the 68th Annual Fence Show on Saturday, September 22, from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. featuring original art and unique crafts by 140+ local artists and artisans.

    Staten Island Museum transforms the front lawn into an open-air gallery filled with vibrant artwork, often represented by the artists themselves, along with musical performances and food purveyors.

    “The Fence Show represents a long-standing tradition of Staten Island Museum providing an opportunity for local artists and craftspeople to come together to present and sell their work to the community. Coming to the Fence show is a wonderful way to spend the afternoon and it’s inspiring to experience the creativity that abounds here on Staten Island,” states Janice Monger, President & CEO, Staten Island Museum.

    Drawing more than 2500 attendees annually, the Fence Show is one of Staten Island Museum’s most popular events. The museum’s galleries will also be open to visit.

    ARTISTS (selected):

    Antonio DeSantis, Painter

    Kristopher Johnson, Photographer (Live photobooth/portraits)

    Denise Mumm, Painter

    Bill Murphy, Printmaker, Draftsman, & Painter

    Janice Patrignani, Silk Fabric Design

    Andrea Phillips, Collage Artist

    Sage Reynolds, Silver and Jewelry Artisan

    Sarah Yuster, Painter, pastel

    Mildred Piccinni, Kay La Manna, Arlene Ajello have exhibited their work annually for the past 25 years

    Youth Artists – several young artists will participate with creations ranging from paintings to robot dolls.

    Black Lunch Table – Artists Heather Hart and Jina Valentine introduce their collaborative project Black Lunch Table with programs at Staten Island Museum in November

     

    MUSIC:

    Musical Chairs Chamber Ensemble presents an open-air music festival during the event.  The soundtrack to an extraordinary day will include classical chamber music, original commissions, jazz fusion jams, prog rock epics and performances by guest collaborators.

     

    FOOD:

    This year’s expanded food options include:

    • Shorty’s Roti Shop
    • Mac Truck NYC
    • Pastry Lover’s Choice

     

    About the Staten Island Museum
    Founded in 1881 and celebrating its 137th year, the Staten Island Museum, New York City’s only general interest museum, engages visitors with interdisciplinary exhibitions and educational programs that explore the dynamic connections between natural science, art and history based on its diverse collections. The Museum is open Wednesday – Sunday: 11am – 5pm. ADA accessible. For current exhibits, visit StatenIslandMuseum.org.