The Vassar Haiti Project will host a Haitian art and handcraft sale at Second Congregational Church, Nov. 16 through Nov. 18. There will be affordable, unique handcrafts and over 200 original paintings from Haitian artisans on sale accompanied by authentic “kompa” music. This sale will celebrate Haitian art and culture while raising funds for the relief efforts of the 2018 October earthquake and ongoing sustainable development projects in Haiti.
“Second Congregational Church is thrilled to be welcoming the Vassar Haiti Project back to campus,” said Senior Minister Maxwell Grant. “These young people are passionate in their support for the people of Haiti, and eager to teach us about the incredible resilience and creativity that they encounter in their work there. They bring beautiful art for us to see, but the beauty of their relationships and commitment to service are just as inspiring.”
The sale will take place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. (Opening Wine Reception) on Friday, Nov. 16; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17 with a Panel Discussion from 2 to 3 p.m.; and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18.
For the past 18 years years, the Vassar Haiti Project has partnered with a rural, mountainous village in Haiti called Chermaitre through five initiatives- education, medicine, a women’s co-operative, reforestation, and water purification and access.
The art sale (including the opening reception) is free and open to the public. All sales are 50% tax deductible. For more information about the event, please visit thehaitiproject.org or call 845-797-2123. Second Congregational Church is located at 139 East Putnam Ave.
