Mary Katherine Crowell '26 Awarded Chelsea Garvin Spirit Scholarship

As a recipient of the award, Mary Katherine earned the 21st annual scholarship from the Original Oyster House.

She painted a captivating Banquet Room sunset from the Mobile Delta side and creatively framed the
artwork in an oyster shell, with the sun resembling a pearl. Her community service, which includes her
work on the Bayside Art Guild and her winning design of the Battleship Alabama Christmas card, reflects
Chelsea Garvin’s spirit and artistic talent. Chelsea was an exceptional employee of the Original Oyster
House who was also a talented artist and volunteer rescue diver for the Fish River Fire Department. At
age 19, she tragically died in a boating accident while volunteering.

“Living on the bay is one of the greatest joys in my life, and the Oyster House embodies the beautiful
scenery. My family has been going to the Oyster House for many years and it has been a comforting
place for us. Some of my family are in Mobile and others are in Daphne. The Oyster House, being in the
middle of the causeway, connects everyone. It would be so special if I could show off my artwork in the
restaurant,” said Crowell. Her winning artwork will be on display at Original Oyster House on the Mobile
Causeway for her family as well as patrons and tourists to enjoy.

We are so proud of Mary Katherine for winning this scholarship with her art.