The Reboli Center of Art & History is pleased to introduce Carl Siegel, a woodworker from Port Jefferson as its November Artisan. An English teacher at Port Jefferson High School during the day, while at night, he taught himself how to create pieces of furniture for his new home. According to Siegel, “I started woodworking in 1969, when I moved to Long Island. When I first began, I only had a hammer, screw driver and pliers, subsequently adding tools as each project required. I was always impressed with the work of earlier cabinet makers, and over the years acquired as many old hand tools as I could to use in reproducing Colonial, Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture.” Since he retired from teaching in 1992, he has focused on smaller projects, such as chess boards and sets, antique automobiles, railroad cars, small tables and animals.

Lois Reboli, a founder of the Reboli Center said, “We are happy to exhibit his work and share his talent with our visitors. His pieces are amazing and so beautiful to look at. His work will be on display during the month of November, and I encourage everyone to stop by and see his wonderful creations and maybe get some ideas for gifts for the holidays.”

The Reboli Center is located at 64 Main Street in Stony Brook, and is open Tuesday – Saturday from 11am to 5pm and on Sunday 1pm to 5pm. Admission is free and for more information, please call 631-751-7707.