East End African American Burying Grounds Spotlighted

SOUTHAMPTON, NY- Gravestones often tell the stories of our collective pasts.

To that end, an event, “How is the Story Told: An Observance of East End African American Burying Grounds,” will be held on Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor.

An exhibition takes place at 2p.m., followed by a panel discussion at 3 p.m. and a reception at 4:30 p.m.

Presented by Sylvester Manor Educational Farm in partnership with the Eastville Community Historical Society, the celebration of Black History Month aims to afford East End organizations and communities “the opportunity to illuminate the survival and presence of local African American stories that have been hidden, forgotten, untold, fragmented and/or fabricated,” a release said.

The exhibition, panel discussion and reception will “recognize generations of African Americans who struggled to achieve citizenship rights in life, by honoring their varied stories in death.”

Tickets cost $15/$10 in advance, or $20 at the door. A cash bar will be available during reception.

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