# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cultural Ecologies Series 2026: Unheard-of + Mehrnam Rastegari Trio - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join Unheard-of Ensemble, the Dredgers, and special guest Mehrnam Rastegari and her band featuring Persian folk jams!About this EventCultural Ecologies Series 2026: Unheard-of and the Gowanus Dredgers present Mehrnam Rastegari TrioDredgers Bunker, 2 19th Street, NY 11232Date and Time: September 19, 2026, 6:30PM Canoe Launch, 7PM MusicOn September 19th, Unheard-of presents a new expansive electroacoustic commission by Matt McBane exploring underwater topographies in acoustic and synth forms paired with a set by Mehrnam Rastegari and her trio. Rastegari is a prominent Persian musician, award-winning film score composer, and master Kamancheh player bringing Persian music in new directions with inflections of rock, jazz, and modern fusion.—These free performances will take place at the Gowanus Dredgers Bunker as well as their satellite locations including the paddle-in movie location and Boathouse (both ADA accessible). The audience will be able to attend the performance either via canoe (reserved in advance via the Dredgers), sitting on one of the Dredgers’ new docks, or on shore via an accessible location. Unheard-of will be on a floating dock with full live sound setup literally floating on the canal. Each performance opens with a talk given by members of the Dredgers about their work in the Canal.This performance takes place on the Gowanus Canal, from the 19th St. Bunker location. The audience can immerse themselves in the experience on the Gowanus, enjoying the program from on land or on water. Limited boat access and on-water support are provided by The Gowanus Dredgers. Attendees may arrive in their own vessels, as well.Weather may postpone event.------This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.Unheard-of's Cultural Ecologies Series is a recipient of a 2026 Chamber Music America Artistic Projects grant. The Artistic Projects program is administered by Chamber Music America and made possible with funding from the Howard Gilman Foundation.Unheard-of was supported by New Music USA’s Organization Fund in 2025-26.Unheard-of’s performances are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.Weather may postpone event or move it to 165 2nd Street https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f71a7280-a87d-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg WHAT IS THE CULTURAL ECOLOGIES SERIES?Unheard-of Ensemble, in collaboration with the Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club, launches its newest performance series, Cultural Ecologies, an immersive set of multimedia concerts utilizing Brooklyn’s own Gowanus Canal as our stage. This four-show series features world premieres and cutting edge pieces by artists exploring stories of climate change, technology’s impact on our mental health, racial violence, and feminism presented in a setting that brings people closer together in an open and adventurous way. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brooklyn/cultural-ecologies-series-2026-unheard-of-mehrnam-rastegari-trio/100001991773910383 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, sports, art, concerts, health-wellness, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Gowanus Dredgers Bunker, 19th Street, Brooklyn, NY, USA - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 17.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Brooklyn - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Gowanus Dredgers Bunker, 19th Street, Brooklyn, NY, USA - **lat**: 40.6671962 - **long**: -74.00007169999999 - **full address**: Gowanus Dredgers Bunker, 19th Street, Brooklyn, NY, USA, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cultural Ecologies Series 2026: Unheard-of + Mehrnam Rastegari Trio - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/5acfc46cf12b8eafe710b2c49443961065a2c61101778a04ff086e09eb2b356b-rimg-w1200-h600-dc010102-gmir.jpg?v=1781647512 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cultural Ecologies Series 2026: Unheard-of + Mehrnam Rastegari Trio being held? - **A:** Cultural Ecologies Series 2026: Unheard-of + Mehrnam Rastegari Trio takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Gowanus Dredgers Bunker, 19th Street, Brooklyn, NY, USA, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cultural Ecologies Series 2026: Unheard-of + Mehrnam Rastegari Trio? - **A:** Cultural Ecologies Series 2026: Unheard-of + Mehrnam Rastegari Trio is organized by Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cultural Ecologies Series 2026: Unheard-of + Mehrnam Rastegari Trio is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brooklyn, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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