{"id":282214,"date":"2026-06-30T13:19:07","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T13:19:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/282214\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T13:19:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T13:19:07","slug":"staten-islands-best-dressed-2026-staten-island-museum-gala-at-richmond-county-country-club","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/282214\/","title":{"rendered":"Staten Island\u2019s Best Dressed: 2026 Staten Island Museum Gala at Richmond County Country Club"},"content":{"rendered":"

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. \u2014 Featured in this week\u2019s Staten Island\u2019s Best Dressed are photos from the Staten Island Museum\u2019s 2026 annual gala, held May 7 at Richmond County Country Club in Dongan Hills.<\/p>\n

More than 200 guests gathered Thursday evening at the black-tie gala, an event celebrating the museum\u2019s accomplishments over the past year while raising funds to support its mission of art, science and history education.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s \u201cHollywood Red Carpet\u201d-themed celebration recognized filmmakers Jack Turner and Molly Barton Turner, along with Kills Boro Brewing Company, for their contributions to Staten Island\u2019s vibrant cultural and community life.<\/p>\n

Joining the Turners at the gala were their children, Clyde and Sylvie. Last year, Clyde teamed up with friends to create the eight-minute short film Think Twice, while Sylvie appeared in the film as \u201cPrincess Lylvie.\u201d<\/p>\n

Accepting the honor on behalf of Kills Boro Brewing Company were principals Michael Caridi, Sean Torres and Vincent Lima.<\/p>\n

\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured are Dr. Kerry Kelly and Daniel Jost.
\n(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are really proud to recognize these extraordinary recipients whose creativity, vision and impact embody the very spirit of the Staten Island Museum,\u201d said Janice Monger, the museum\u2019s president and CEO. <\/p>\n

\u201cTheir commitment to excellence, intellectual curiosity and positivity reflects the core values that define our institution, and we are privileged to celebrate their achievements at our gala.\u201d<\/p>\n

Reflecting on the museum\u2019s legacy, Monger noted that the institution has been preserving Staten Island\u2019s history, art and natural science collections since 1881, with holdings that extend far beyond the borough.<\/p>\n

\u201cSince 1881, the Staten Island Museum has stewarded Staten Island\u2019s history, art and natural sciences with collections spanning the globe,\u201d Monger said. <\/p>\n

\u201cThe Staten Island Museum is very much for our borough yet is also inextricably linked to the broader New York City cultural history and landscape.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"(CourtesyPictured are honorees Jack Turner and Molly Barton Turner, with their children, Clyde Turner and Sylvie Turner. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)<\/p>\n

Monger also pointed to her recent invitation to welcome King Charles III and Queen Camilla<\/a> during their visit to New York, which centered on cultural exchange. <\/p>\n

She said the opportunity underscores the museum\u2019s growing prominence among New York City\u2019s leading cultural institutions.<\/p>\n

Scroll down for photos of the 2026 Staten Island Museum Gala.<\/p>\n

If you want your submission to be considered for future installments of this column, please send high-resolution photos, a brief description of the event, and the names of everyone pictured to gsantos@siadvance.com.<\/p>\n

\"(CourtesyPictured are honorees (l-r) Vincent Lima, Jennifer Lima, Anna Torres and Sean Torres. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured are Joshua and Christie Rivera. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured are Linda and Henry Salmon. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured are Tatiana and Steven Sabatelli.
\n(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyBarbara and Alan Tepper are pictured at the Staten Island Museum gala. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured are Mary Sobiechoawski, left, and Kim Avilez. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured are Niles, Madison, and Noah French
\n(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyDavid and Yolanda Gleason are pictured at the Staten Island Museum gala. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured is Lucille Herring. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured are Amanda Straniere, left. Dr. Virginia Allen, and Ciro Galeno. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyPictured are Alice Diamond, left, wife of former Staten Island Advance publisher, the late Richard E. Diamond, and Caroline Harrison, the publisher of the Staten Island Advance. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyEnjoying the Staten Island Museum gala are Toni-Ann Fischetti and Kathryn Aquino. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)<\/p>\n

MORE BY DR. GRACELYN SANTOS<\/p>\n

\"(CourtesyPictured st the 2026 Staten Island Museum gala is Dr. Sarolta Tak\u00e1cs. (Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured are Councilman Frank Morano and Councilman David Carr.
\n(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)(Courtesy of Bill Higgins)\"(CourtesyMore than 200 supporters gathered May 7, 2026 at the Richmond County Country Club for the Staten Island Museum Gala. Pictured is Public Administator Edwina Martin.
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