What We Carry: Memory & Migration

co-curated by Jeremy Dennis, Mark Wilson and Darius Yektai

What We Carry: Memory & Migration, a new exhibition examining the intersections of movement, identity, and personal history, opens at the Bridgehampton Museum with a public reception on Saturday, May 30 from 5 to 7 PM at the Nathaniel Rogers House.

Co-curated by Jeremy Dennis, Mark Wilson, and Darius Yektai, the exhibition brings together a range of artistic perspectives that consider migration not only as a physical journey, but as an emotional and cultural experience shaped by memory, displacement, and belonging. Through a variety of media, the works on view reflect both individual narratives and broader histories, offering a layered exploration of what it means to move—across geographies, generations, and identities.

Rooted in themes central to the East End and beyond, What We Carry underscores how migration stories are embedded in local history while resonating on a global scale. The exhibition invites visitors to reflect on the objects, traditions, and memories carried across time and place, and how these elements shape a sense of home.

In conjunction with the exhibition, the Museum will present two public programs that further explore its themes. Author Lenny Ackerman will discuss his book Leibish’s Journey, a powerful account of survival, displacement, and perseverance. Additionally, historian Dr. Tara Rider, PhD, will present Journey of Hope: The Irish in New York, examining the experiences and contributions of Irish immigrants and the enduring impact of their migration stories.

Funding for this exhibition was generously provided by the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation. The opening reception is free and open to the public. Admission to the Museum is always free during regular hours, with a suggested donation to support its programs.

This exhibition has been generously funded by the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation.

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