Orien McNeill

Orien McNeill (December 7, 1979 – May 15, 2025) was an American artist. He was a member of the New York City DIY art community. He lived on the Schamonchi, a decommissioned ferry boat. He was the organizer of an annual gathering of homemade boats in Jamaica Bay, called The Battle for Mau Mau Island.[1][2][3]

References

  1. ^ "Orien McNeill, Artist Who Made Mischief on the Water, Dies at 45". The New York Times. June 4, 2025.
  2. ^ "Photos: Battle For Mau Mau Island Brings DIY Watercraft Party To Rockaway". Gothamist. July 29, 2019.
  3. ^ "Dredging the World of New York City's Waterways". 19 October 2012.


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