Last week’s “To Know One Another” gathering at the Queens Museum was a heartwarming tapestry of shared stories, laughter, and the soothing aroma of mint tea. I joined you live from my studio yesterday to spill some tea about what we got up to while unboxing a new tea set I got from an Egyptian store I found in Brooklyn.
“To Know One Another” transformed into a beautiful reality, transcending ordinary connections into extraordinary bonds. Each moment was a testament to the power of community, art, and the stories that bind us. When you participate in my social practice projects you become an integral part of the experience, so thank you for bringing my project to life yet again.
A small favorite indulgence of mine has been, and still is, trying out new cuisines and sampling new dishes. As part of my In Situ Fellowship last year, all three of the artists (Cameron Granger, Catalina Shleinberger Munoz, and I) along with the curators (Lindsey Berfond, Sarah Cho, and Hitomi Iwasaki) and sometimes other staff at the museum go out to lunch in a different Queens neighborhood every other week. In just one month we’d eaten at Filipino, Korean, and Indian restaurants. Eating together has proven to be a great entry way for us to connect with one another, learn about the diverse Queens neighborhoods, and share aspects of different cultures. It was a reprieve from being inside the museum’s archives reading and researching, and an excellent way to connect with the local community.
No RSVP is needed so grab a friend (or more!) and join us! Make sure to check the gathering dates and mark your calendar.
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