Maple Grove Resident Artist Samantha Newman
Sat, Nov 23
|Maple Grove Cemetery - Ocean Plot
Sculpture Unveiling and Dedication Ceremony by Artist-in-Residence Samantha Newman Join us for a poignant event as we unveil a new marble sculpture by Samantha Newman, Artist-in-Residence at Maple Grove Cemetery. This piece honors over 1,500 individuals, primarily children, interred in a mass grave
Time & Location
Nov 23, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Maple Grove Cemetery - Ocean Plot, 127-15 Kew Gardens Rd, Kew Gardens, NY 11415, USA
About The Event
Immerse yourself in the artistry of stone carving with Samantha Newman's captivating lecture series. Gain a deeper understanding of her work, past projects, and the fascinating journey of creating a marble monument for Maple Grove Cemetery.
Join us for a poignant event as we unveil a new marble sculpture by Samantha Newman, Artist-in-Residence at Maple Grove Cemetery. This piece honors over 1,500 individuals, primarily children, interred in a mass grave known as the Ocean Plot, who succumbed to contagious diseases over a century ago. The sculpture, a lamb named "Ocean," symbolizes innocence and serves as a memorial to these forgotten lives.