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An art space for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color

Ma’s House & BIPOC Art Studio Inc. is led by Indigenous artist Jeremy Dennis. The project began in June 2020 and serves as a communal art space based on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton, New York. The family house, built in the 1960s, features a residency program for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC),  art studio, library, along with hosting an array of art and history-based programs for tribe members and the broader local community. A not-for-profit, 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, Ma’s House & BIPOC Art Studio Inc. was chartered in 2021 in the State of New York.

Join us in helping to create this space by making a fully tax-deductible contribution today. 

Events & Exhibitions

Latest News

Current & Past Artist Residents

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Leah Victoria – March 2023

Please join us in welcoming March 2023 resident artist Leah Victoria! @_holy_people Leah is a narrative artist and musician from Long Island, NYC, and Azuay, Ecuador. She writes and records… Read More »Leah Victoria – March 2023
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JJ McDonald – March 2023

Please join us in welcoming current resident artist JJ McDonald! @sprklngwater ! Jamelda J. McDonald is an interdisciplinary artist born in the southern United States. They earned a BFA in art video from Syracuse University, and their practice is based on video, poetry, and assemblage. Through these modes, they attempt to archive…
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Stephen Longoria – February 2023

Please join us in welcoming February resident artist Stephen Longoria @steponhen ! As a printmaker and muralist, Stephen is drawn to these mediums’ expressive and rebellious nature. Printmaking allows him to experiment… Read More »Stephen Longoria – February 2023
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Jaleeca Yancy – January 2023

  Please join us in welcoming January resident artist Jaleeca R. Yancy! Jaleeca is a multi-disciplinary artist developing an abstract visual language rooted in experimentation, imagination, and sustainability practices. From… Read More »Jaleeca Yancy – January 2023

more about Ma's House

About

Ma's House & BIPOC Art Studio is led by Indigenous artist artist and photographer Jeremy Dennis. Dennis is an enrolled member of the Shinnecock Indian Nation.

Mission

The house will serve as a communal art space based on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton, New York. The family house, built in the 1960s, will serve as Dennis' house to manage the project that includes a residency program for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), art studio, library, along with hosting an array of art and history-based programs for tribe members and the broader local community.

Get Involved

Whether you contribute financially or as advocate for good, you make a real difference. We are also seeking volunteers for various projects, along with donations of furnature and other house items!

Shinnecock Indian Nation tribal members volunteering in housing rehabilitation efforts during the 2020 renovation. Taking a break after removing the 700+ pound rusted furnace from the basement of Ma’s House.

Our latest activity

Since June 2020, we raised over $30,000 to renovate and replace leaky plumbing, pouring a new cement floor in the basement to cover the dirt, and replacing the floor of the kitchen and bathroom.

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Laurel Hausler

March 27, 2023

Amount Donated
$50.00
Anonymous User

Anonymous

March 15, 2023

Amount Donated
$100.00
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Jeremy Dennis

March 9, 2023

Amount Donated
$5.00
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Jeremy Dennis

March 9, 2023

Amount Donated
$5.00
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Jeremy Dennis

March 9, 2023

Amount Donated
$5.00
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Jeremy Dennis

March 9, 2023

Amount Donated
$5.00
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Anonymous

March 9, 2023

Amount Donated
$5.00
Soul of Nations Foundation

Soul of Nations Foundation

February 28, 2023

Yay (: can we help spread awareness?

Amount Donated
$250.00
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Anonymous

February 28, 2023

Amount Donated
$5.00
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Anonymous

February 28, 2023

Amount Donated
$5.00
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Lauralee Kelly

January 6, 2023

Amount Donated
$50.00
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Deborah Hare

January 5, 2023

Amount Donated
$100.00
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