Artist Sydnei SmithJordan to Unveil Commemorative Beer Can Honoring Baseball Legend Larry Doby for Montclair Brewery
By: | Published: 2025-07-24 21:39:00 | Source: www.newjerseystage.com
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) — Artist and cultural storyteller Sydnei SmithJordan is heading to Montclair for the unveiling of her latest work: a bold tribute to baseball legend Larry Doby. Her artwork appears on the can of Montclair Brewery’s limited edition Doby Major Leagues Caramel Pale Ale, honoring the longtime Montclair resident and second Black player to break Major League Baseball’s color barrier.
The can will officially launch on Friday, August 1, 2025 at the brewery’s taproom at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair, with Doby family members in attendance. The event begins at 6:00pm.
The award-winning artist’s striking portrait celebrates Doby’s 1947 debut with the Cleveland Indians, just weeks after Jackie Robinson integrated the National League. Born…
