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Sonja Griffin Evans at work on "The First Family" The 400 Year Commemoration

The 400th Anniversary Commemorative Weekend August 23-25 is a multi-day celebration in Hampton, Virginia centered around the First African arrival, including dedication and remembrance ceremonies, gallery exhibits, historical tours, conferences, cultural workshops and music.

Congress established the 400 Years of African-American History Commission. For more than two years, the Hampton 2019 Commemoration Commission and Virginia’s, “2019 Commemoration, American Evolution" have sponsored programs that highlight not just the arrival of Africans but also other significant developments in the state’s – and the nation’s – history, including the establishment of the first representative legislative assembly in the New World. CULTUREHHI NEWSLETTER

One of the The highlights of the 400 Year Commemoration will be the unveiling of a unique painting entitled, 'The First Family' by international artist Sonja Griffin Evans at the Fort Monroe Visitor and Education Center on Saturday August 24th, 2019 at 2:00 P.M., to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the first Africans to arrive in English North America in 1619.

The ship carrying the first enslaved Africans in the New World reached the shores of North America at Point Comfort, now Fort Monroe. Far from their home in Angola, these farmers, blacksmiths, herders and artisans survived capture and displacement and helped a fledgling nation survive. Cultural heritage artist Griffin Evans' is not only known for capturing the beauty and spirituality of her beloved Gullah culture internationally, but for her masterful storytelling through her paintings of the culture, heritage, and history of people of African descent. Her painting 'The First Family' will depict two of the Africans, Isabella, Antony, and their child William Tucker.

Isabella and Antony worked for a Captain William Tucker, the Virginia envoy to the Pamunkey Indians, and his wife, Mrs. Mary Tucker. In the early 1620's Captain Tucker allowed the couple to wed though the practice violated English custom for indentured servants. Antony and Isabella married at least a year before giving birth to their son William Tucker in 1624. William became the first recorded black child born in what would become the USA. He was the first black child baptized into the Anglican faith in 1624. Antony and Isabella participated in the establishment of Elizabeth City County, Virginia which is now the city of Hampton, in 1634.

Read More About the Tucker's in Today's USA Today Article Here

Congratulations, Sonja! We can't wait to see the final portrait. CULTUREHHI NEWSLETTER

C o m m u n i t y C r e a t e A p p l i c a t i o n s O n l i n e

We want to hear your ideas!

Two of the greatest resources that our community has is its people and their creativity. The Office of Cultural Affairs is seeking ideas from our community visual artists, performing artists, musicians, lecturers, and art professionals at every stage of their careers to submit proposals for our Community Creates Initiatives.

Full guidelines and criteria can be found online. Applications can be submitted year round and projects will be selected as time and budget allows.

Check it out online here CULTUREHHI NEWSLETTER

L o c a l A r t i s t R i c h a r d G r a n t @ t h e R e c

Local Artist, Richard Grant, on Exhibit at the Island Rec

Using clean lines and negative space, Richard interprets images, both real and imagined, by deconstructing them into their organic and geometric forms. His style conveys a unique and intriguing tension between other-worldliness and real-world familiarity. He has been influenced by William Morris, Georges Braque, Henri Rousseau, Roy Lichtenstein, Frank Stella and many more.

Richard lives on Hilton Head Island, since November 2017. He is originally from Chicago, where he still is represented by the Thomas Masters Gallery. http://www.thomasmastersgallery.com

Richard has artwork on display at the Arts League of Hilton Head gallery, Society of Bluffton Artists (SoBA) and various local Hilton Head businesses.

Come down to see this beautiful exhibit at the Island Rec Gallery Wall, Now - November 1, 2019. CULTUREHHI NEWSLETTER

D i s c o v e r y N i g h t a t t h e M u s e u m

These hands on, after hours classes vary seasonally. Come learn about local art, culture, and environment - from the experts - AND take home something that you helped create.

8/29 - Sweetgrass Basket Workshop - $65 per person ($15 program + $50 materials) - Learn about the history of the Sweetgrass basket, one of the Lowcountry's best known art forms, from a local 7th generation Gullah basket maker. Then, try your hand at starting a basket of your own using locally found natural materials. CULTUREHHI NEWSLETTER

9/5 - Indigo Exploration - $15 per person - Journey to the past and “meet” Eliza Lucas Pinckney. In 1739, when Eliza was just 17 years old, her experiments with indigo resulted in a very profitable industry for the colony of South Carolina. Hear her unique story, learn how indigo dye was made, and make your own indigo tie-dye t- shirt (provided for you) to take home. This family friendly educational experience is fun for all ages.

9/12 – Reptiles and Amphibians - $15 per person - The Lowcountry is home to many amazing reptiles and amphibians. Take a closer look at the unique and fascinating characteristics of these important animals. After learning about the joys and challenges of living with reptiles and amphibians in the Lowcountry you will have the opportunity to get hands-on and up close (if you choose to do so) with a few fun critters. Take home knowledge and resources that willhelp you navigate the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians in the Lowcountry.

9/19 - Lowcountry Insects - $15 per person - Join the Museum’s Manager of Natural History to learn about many beneficial insects that live in the Lowcountry. Find out how to help protect them in your own yard. Participants will make a take- home insect house to provide shelter for some fascinating, local, and beneficial insects, such as the Grass Carrier Wasp and the Four Toothed Mason Wasp.

More Info & Registration Online Here CULTUREHHI NEWSLETTER

K e n n y C e t e r a a t t h e A r t s C e n t e r

America’s Premiere Tribute to the Music of Chicago

Kenny Cetera is the younger brother of Chicago lead singer, , and a contributing vocalist on the album “,” which is still the band's #1 all-time grossing record. Kenny has an undying passion for songs such as “You’re The Inspiration,” “Stay The Night,” “Along Comes a Woman,” and the earlier hits that made Chicago famous around the world.

Kenny Cetera and his band flawlessly perform Chicago’s Greatest Hits, presenting material from band’s most relevant and creative years of original music, '68 through '85.

Tickets & Info Online Here CULTUREHHI NEWSLETTER

A r t L e a g u e O p e n s S a t e l l i t e G a l l e r y

Art League of Hilton Head is ecstatic to have been given the opportunity to exhibit their member’s artworks at The Other Sister’s Wine Bar at Shelter Cove Marina (13 Harbourside Lane, Unit B).

This new partnership is another example of how Art League increases the visual arts on HHI for visitors and tourists alike. This is the first satellite in the Shelter Cove Marina area for Art League of Hilton Head.

Some of the artists exhibiting will be: Lisa Gilyard Kristin Griffis Julie Schroeder Brenda Luczynski Norma Deal Art Cornell

The Other Sister’s Wine Bar is now open but will host an official ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, August 28, at 5pm. Artwork will be installed on Tuesday, August 27 and change on a quarterly rotation. CULTUREHHI NEWSLETTER

N A M I ' s O n e i n F i v e F e s t

Celebrate wellness and learn how to create a healthier and more balanced lifestyle at the 1-in-5 Wellness Festival. There will be music, food, raffles, activities and games for adults and kids, a "Bust the Stigma" Balloon Pop, yoga, and locally-based wellness resources. Bring the entire family to enjoy this amazing event!

Come out and be exposed to the amazing health and wellness conscious businesses, organizations and more. FREE Admission for EVERYONE! September 14th from 10- 2 @ Shelter Cove Community Park. Info Online Here

Culture HHI will be on site making free globe lanterns. Art is a known wellness tool and engaging with your community has been proven to combat loneliness. So, come out and make art with us as we get ready to parade as our entire community on November 9th on South Forest Beach.

More Info about the Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade can be found o n li n e h e r e including workshop schedules and information for room discounts from our host hotel, The Beach House