Black Artstory – These Hands Built: A Musical Performance and Art Installation

The experimental music group Hot Hands will present a live performance inspired by the histories of former African American workers at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Incorporating live instruments, samples, and vocals; the ensemble will interpret and transform environmental soundscapes, music from the 1940s, and the words of those who worked in the Yard as an homage to the Brooklyn Navy Yard as both space and historical catalyst.

Performance length approx. 30 mins.

Also during the event, artwork by Cheyanne Epps and Jose de Jesus Rodriguez will be on display in BLDG 92’s lobby. The artwork  will be on display for the entire month of February with additional pieces located at Tipsy, 584 Myrtle Avenue.