The Mott Haven Oral History Project

The Mott Haven Oral History Project is an ongoing, locally-led project to document the history of Mott Haven through the voices of people who have lived it.This project exists to record, share, and amplify the stories and analysis of Mott Haven residents.


Darren expresses his value of the self-determination of people.


Pastor Sealy shares how she sees the community of Mott Haven and how she believes the church is not just for the sharing of the gospel.


Mychal sums up why the Mott Haven and Port Morris areas of the Bronx, surrounded on 3 sides by water, deserve access to green space and the waterfront.


Carol shares her experience dealing with the struggles of environmental activism.

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