This Saturday, July 23rd, marks legendary photographer Alice Austen’s 150th birthday and the famed Alice Austen House is ready to celebrate. The event is free and features live music, Victorian dress up, face painting, a historic car, food, and more.
According to the event promotors, the lineup will include:
FREE FAMILY PORTRAITS
The first 150 families will receive a free 8×10” portrait taken by a professional photographer (12-3 pm).TOURS
Visit Alice Austen’s historic house and darkroom
12:30, 1:30, and 2:30 pm.MUSIC
12:00 Bob Wright & Harbortown
1:00 HEGAZY
2:00 Wahoo Skiffle Crazies
3:00 S.I. SNUGS
So come on down, rain or shine, and celebrate the life of Staten Island’s favorite daughter with a day of celebration and fun.
Alice Austen House Museum is located at 2 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, New York 10305
Vin Forte is a writer. He also hosts the ‘Any Time with Vin Forte’ podcast. He is currently working on an anthology of short stories due out later this year.
