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 […]

Join us at the Walt Whitman Birthplace for a powerful presentation by Long Island Against Domestic Violence. This event will explore the impact of domestic violence in our communities and highlight ways to support survivors and promote awareness. Together, we can work toward a safer, more compassionate world. Thursday, January 23, at 7:00 PM Admission: […]

  Join us for the kickoff of our 2025 Body Electric: Inner Healing Workshop Series,  where we dedicate the year to fostering wellness and inner harmony. Our first event is a Self-Love Yoga Class to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a focus on self-affirmations and inner peace. Led by instructor Francesca, this special evening is all […]

Join us for an immersive evening of self-expression and creativity hosted by Pramila Venkateswaran to explore the connection between the body and poetry. We invite participants to tap into their physical sensations, emotions, and inner worlds, transforming them into evocative written works. Guided by an experienced facilitator, this workshop will combine mindfulness practices, somatic awareness, […]

Join us for a morning of creativity at the Little Artists Workshop. This engaging, hands-on workshop is designed for children Pre-K through 4th grade, encouraging young minds to explore their artistic talents in a fun and inspiring environment. In this special session, young artists will participate in a Ralph Wileman-inspired class led by multidisciplinary artist […]

Celebrate love in all its forms at the Walt Whitman Birthplace! Join us for a special Valentine’s Day Open Poetry Mic Night filled with heartfelt expressions, delicious mocktails, and the timeless beauty of poetry. ???? Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025 Time: 7:00pm ???? Location: Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Rd, Huntington Station, […]

Experience an evening of connection and history at the Walt Whitman Birthplace Museum! Enjoy a night of networking and conversation, explore the museum on a candlelit tour, and indulge in delightful refreshments.   RSVP REQUIRED - CLICK HERE

  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 […]

  Experience a night of creativity and relaxation at the Walt Whitman Birthplace with our Sip & Paint: Starry Night Edition! Under the guidance of our Director and talented artist, Caitlyn Shea, you'll paint your own version of Van Gogh’s "Starry Night"—but with a unique twist—on a margarita glass! Enjoy a fun and inspiring atmosphere […]

  Join us for a hands-on creative adventure at the Walt Whitman Birthplace’s Little Artists Workshop! In this special session, multidisciplinary artist Robert Stenzel will guide young creators in exploring the magic of geometry in art. Using treats and toothpicks, children will build their own Buckminster Fuller-inspired structures— from decahedrons to domes! This fun and […]

Calling all young poets! Join us for an inspiring and interactive Youth Poetic Expression Workshop led by local author Cheryl Williams. This engaging session encourages students to write, recite, and celebrate poetry in a fun and supportive environment. Participants will have the chance to explore their creativity, refine their poetic voices, and share their work […]

Weaving has long been an essential textile art, once used primarily for creating clothing. Today, it has evolved into a vibrant form of artistic expression! Join us at the Walt Whitman Birthplace for a Little Artist Workshop, where young creatives will explore the art of weaving in the style of the great American textile artist […]