Port Elizabeth, NJ

Interviewee Collection Description Interviewer Date of Interview Location of Interview Affiliation
Olin W. McConnell New Jersey’s Delaware Bayshore

Olin McConnell is a passionate storyteller and the grandson of Charles "Chillie" McConnell, a renowned artist. Born and raised in Port Norris, New Jersey, Olin developed an appreciation for his grandfather's artistic legacy from a young age. Growing up surrounded by McConnell's artwork and hearing tales of his grandfather's artistic endeavors, Olin developed a keen eye for detail and a profound understanding of the impact of art on communities. Olin became a knowledgeable and enthusiastic advocate for preserving his grandfather's artistic contributions.

 Sally Van de Water, Deb Slating, Pat Moore Port Elizabeth, NJ Bayshore Center at Bivalve Delaware Bay Museum & Folklife Center
Richard Camp New Jersey’s Delaware Bayshore

Richard Camp is a third-generation railbird pusher (guide). He is the son of Kenneth Camp and grandson of Hise Camp, a well-known family who live along the Maurice River in Port Elizabeth, New Jersey, and operated Camp's Farm Market until 2015. Richard started pushing when he was fourteen or fifteen years old in 1970.

 Rachel Dolhanczyk Port Elizabeth, NJ Bayshore Center at Bivalve Delaware Bay Museum & Folklife Center
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