Life as an Indian Immigrant

I talked with my mom about her life as an immigrant in America and how her views and values have changed since coming here.

A Greek Grandmothers Story

In this interview, I asked my grandmother questions on her life as an immigrant in the United States. Her story to touches on her struggles and hopes thrown into a new environment

Meet Ukrainian Folk Artist & Educator Oksana Pasakas!

In this interview, Folklife Director Lesley Schierenbeck interviews Oksana Pasakas of Ukrainian History & Education Center of New Jersey to discuss the traditional folk customs of the Ukraine, and the importance of continued education in the traditional folk arts of...

One couple discusses the impact 9/11 had on them “I don’t think it’s something we can really get rid of”

Melanie and Drew were married with a daughter less than one years old when 9/11 occurred. Sixteen years later they discuss how the event changed their lives and the world we live in.

Life of Laurence Hartnett

The interview takes us through the life of Laurence Hartnett, my grandfather. In the interview we talked about his early life, his service in the military and his life as a grandfather. His early life included growing up in Melrose...

Lucia talks about her Papi

she shares her perfect day with Papi and a favorite memory and what they spoke about before he passed away.

A life centered around faith, family, and good food.

My interview with my mom revealed a new understanding of her life long focus on faith and family. Her Irish, Catholic upbringing brought humor, history and community to her throughout her life. She was inspired by the examples of service...

Remembering of 9/11 with Laurene Rodriguez

On September 9, 2001 there was a terrorist attack that occur in New York City. My interviewee was near at the time of event and didn’t know exactly how to act fast.