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Saturday 11/9 @ 11:30am Come to the Birthplace and join us for a Mommy & Me Tea Party! Pre- Registration is Required – Limited Space Available (8 Spots) $25 – First child & Guardian $20 – Second child 10% membership discount Picture Books are a crucial tool for developing a child’s literacy and language skills […]
George Wallace and Walt Whitman Birthplace proudly present season three of POETS BUILDING BRIDGES: A TRIANGULATION PROJECT, inaugurated in March 2022 with the purpose of enhancing dialogue between communities of writers across the US and internationally. Based on a shared small-group experience, these Saturday zoom sessions engage three distinct and well defined communities of poets […]
Poetry Reading: Celebrating New Books Spoke the Dark Matter by Michelle Whittaker and Field Guide for Accidents by Albert Abonado Join us for an evening celebrating the release of two remarkable new titles: Spoke the Dark Matter from Sundress Publications and Field Guide for Accidents from Beacon Press! This special event will feature poetry readings and […]
Calligraffiti workshop with Helen Murdock-Prep Thursday, September 25, 2024 at 10am . RESCHEDULED TO WEDNESDAY, NOV.13 at 10AM We all know how to type and text— but let’s get back to the power of the pen by learning the Art of Beautiful Handwriting in this style called, Calligraffiti! Using a brush marker, we'll have fun expressing […]
Erasure Poetry: Finding Poems From Existing Words Found poetry is a poem that takes an original piece of text and changes it in some poetic way. Erasure is a type of found poetry that blocks out some of the original words to make the remaining words into a poem. Explore different ways poets have discovered […]
Take home your very own Carnivorous Plant! In a continuing effort to bring to the public's attention these unique and endangered oddities of the plant kingdom, we offer carnivorous plant educational programs and hands on workshops. The "CARNIVORES IN CAPTIVITY" education program is specially designed to give a broad overview of how these plants function […]
The evening will feature readings of famous poems by celebrated poets, providing inspiration as you discover the possibilities of found poetry. Limited reading slots are available, so don’t miss your chance to share your voice! Hosted by James P. Wagner, this event promises to be a memorable night of creativity and connection. Come, let’s find […]
Join us for a special workshop, Leaves of Gratitude! Dive into the art of creating stunning dried centerpiece arrangements using fresh flowers and plants foraged from Walt’s Garden. Under the guidance of Donna, the English Gardener and Museum Educator, you’ll learn to craft beautiful, long-lasting centerpieces that celebrate the beauty of nature. With only 10 […]
George Wallace and Walt Whitman Birthplace proudly present season three of POETS BUILDING BRIDGES: A TRIANGULATION PROJECT, inaugurated in March 2022 with the purpose of enhancing dialogue between communities of writers across the US and internationally. Based on a shared small-group experience, these Saturday zoom sessions engage three distinct and well defined communities of poets […]
Join us for a Henri Matisse-inspired class led by multidisciplinary artist, Robert Stenzel. In this lesson, students will explore the art of paper cutting, abstract pattern-making, and composition to create their own stunning designs. Workshop Little Artists “A place to be inspired.” Don’t miss out, spaces fill up quickly! $20 for non-members $18 for members […]
Join us for a cozy Thursday movie night at the Walt Whitman Birthplace Museum! We’re screening the inspiring classic, Dead Poets Society, a story that celebrates poetry, individuality, and the power of words. Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025 ⏰ Time: Arrive at 6:30pm 📍 Location: Walt Whitman Birthplace Museum Bring your blankets and […]