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In tandem with her site-specific work, The Weight of Water, artist Christine Sciulli has created various programs as platforms for discussions that emphasize a call to action in correcting the societal and environmental injustices related to water. Introduced to The Church by Sciulli, Chenae Bullock will present a reflective evening honoring Indigenous wisdom and illuminating humanity’s needed participation and awareness to protect, honor, and cleanse our waterways. A water protector, community leader, cultural preservationist, indigenous perspective historian, humanitarian, and traditional Shinnecock woman, Chenae is a highly sought speaker and cultural practitioner. Her presentation will focus specifically on the waterways of our region, followed by a Q&A with those in attendance.

Chenae’s voice has been integral in bringing people together, creating awareness of the importance of bio-centricity, awakening genetic memory, preserving the earth, and helping revitalize the Ancient Knowledge that benefits all people.

Dedicating her life’s work to teaching others about forming healthier relationships with water, nature, and each other, Chenae has been a featured speaker for the “voiceless:” the water, the land, the birds, and the four-legged. The evening will encourage attendees to recognize that “The Earth is alive,” and “Indigenous people are medicine to the land and the water.”

Named in memory of the estimated 1.8 million Africans resting in the Atlantic Ocean after escaping the Middle Passage from disease, murder, or suicide, The Weight of Water is featured in The Church’s exhibition Space – Sight – Line. The work invites viewers into a safe and open space to reflect and asks the question: what can each of us offer to heal and repair the societal crimes and injustices originating by way of water? Chenae will share her insights while The Weight of Water hangs over the space, echoing and amplifying these notions. This program has been generously supported by Christine Sciulli.