Empire Skate: The Birthplace of Roller Disco

The City Reliquary proudly presents "Empire Skate: The Birthplace of Roller Disco," on view May 10, 2018 - October 14, 2018. This exhibition presents the history of the Empire Rollerdrome in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn, NYC and sheds light on the origins of roller disco in Brooklyn. "Empire Skate: The Birthplace of Roller Disco" brings the world of Empire to life, exploring its role as a cultural icon and a community hub. Artifacts, archival materials, video, and first-hand interviews, come together to share the stories of the people who skated at Empire during the 70s and 80s and will immerse visitors in the sights and sounds of the rink. The City Reliquary is a not-for-profit community museum and civic organization located at 370 Metropolitan Avenue in Williamsburgh, Brooklyn. Through permanent display of New York City artifacts, rotating exhibits of community collections, and cultural events, The City Reliquary connects visitors to both the past and present of New York. Music: "Bounce, Rock, Skate, Roll" - Vaughan Mason and Crew Song available for purchase: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/bou... Archival footage provided Terrance Mitchell: writer, producer and director of "Get Rollin'".