“We are grateful for our relationship with The Culture Tree and the opportunity to host an annual Holi celebration with our neighbors.”
— Ellie Chamberland, Vice President of Marketing at the Howard Hughes Corporation
Spring has sprung! To celebrate, the Seaport, in partnership with The Culture Tree and South Street Seaport Museum, is hosting its annual Holi event on Saturday, March 18. Holi, the festival of colors that pays tribute to spring, originated in the Indian Subcontinent, and is now acknowledged around the world as a way to welcome the turn of season, embrace inclusivity, and get messy with color.
“The Seaport would not be the same without the people and events that nurture inclusivity, promote creativity and deepen cultural understanding,” says Ellie Chamberland, Vice President of Marketing at the Howard Hughes Corporation. “We are grateful for our relationship with The Culture Tree and the opportunity to host an annual Holi celebration with our neighbors.”
THE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR THE HOLI FESTIVAL AT THE SEAPORT IS AS FOLLOWS:
- Reading of Kahani Rangeeli (Colorful Story) (11 a.m.) The morning begins at the South Street Seaport Museum with a special bi-lingual (Hindi – English) book reading of Kahani Rangeeli, or Colorful Story. Author Anu Sehgal will debut her first book and read the colorful story of Holi with Krishna and his friends, learn about the ancient stories of Holi, and why it is celebrated. Following the storytime, children can make puppets in preparation for the puppet show, Colors of Krishna’s Love following.
- The Foods of Holi (11:30 a.m.) Indian food expert Nisha Vedi Pawar from @lovelaughmirch will talk about traditional foods of Holi, their cultural and nutritional significance.
- Colors of Krishna Puppet Show (11:35 a.m.) The puppet show, Colors of Krishna’s Love, highlights one of the most beloved stories from Krishna’s childhood, engaging in games and antics with his friends and family, including Radha and Sudama. These beautiful moments from Krishna’s life celebrate unconditional love and friendship. The show will include dance, drama, puppetry, songs and a grand finale in which the children can play with their own Krishna, Sudama, and Radha puppets. This show is produced in partnership with WonderSpark Puppets and The Culture Tree.
- Bhangra Dance Lesson with Sarina Jain (12:30 p.m.) Renowned dancer Sarina Jain will be leading a colorful and vibrant dance lesson. Known as the “Indian Jane Fonda,” Jain is the founder of Masala Bhangra, a workout series utilizing steps from Bhangra dancing, an energetic traditional folk dance from Punjab. Dholi Amrit from Premier Drummers will join in to give traditional beats.
Holi festivities will end with powder play, the quintessential part of the holiday when everyone may joyfully toss the vibrant traditional colors throughout the Seaport (Holi Hai!!). The color throwing will begin at 1 p.m. on Fulton and Front streets and the colors may be purchased from vendors at the event. Visitors can also sample traditional Indian cuisine enjoyed during this annual holiday, and shop at the outdoor Indian market on Front Street featuring nearly a dozen Indian-owned businesses, including Tagmo, the Seaport’s own Indian restaurant.
WHEN: March 18, 2023 starting at 11 a.m.
WHERE: South Street Seaport Museum, 12 Fulton Street, New York, NY, 10038
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