Description

Valerie Vaughn uses the power of musical storytelling to share the stories of the New Jersey Pinelands and Shore. With her guitar, voice, and a deep connection to the region, Valerie creates original music that captivates audiences while educating listeners about the unique history of their home. Featured in the story is a day Valerie spent with elementary students at the Tuckerton Seaport and Baymen’s Museum. In 2024, Valerie Vaughn received a New Jersey Heritage Fellowship from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts for her work as a musical storyteller focusing on the history of the New Jersey Pinelands and Shore.

Produced by Susan Wallner for State of the Arts. Director of Photography Joe Conlon, Assistant Camera Jack Stawowczyk. Narrated by Dan Gordon.