WWBA is delighted to present our Fall Humanities Book Series, The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of US History by Ned Blackhawk. A sweeping and overdue retelling of U.S. history that recognizes that Native Americans are essential to understanding the evolution of modern America. The most enduring feature of U.S. history is […]

Walt Whitman Birthplace Association (WWBA) presents  “Walking With Whitman: Poetry in Performance,” hosted by Writer-in-Residence George Wallace. The signature series, now in its 13th season, continues to bring the most intriguing figures in contemporary literature on the national scene paired with local poets on the Walt Whitman Stage. Friday, November 3rd, Walking With Whitman will feature […]

A Book, Then We Look is a new drop-in workshop for preschoolers at Walt Whitman Birthplace. Taught by Lena Massari Sawyer, former Museum Educator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  Come and join us every week as we read various stories including the award-winning Caldecott books.  Learn about artists of the past and create your own […]

In-Person “Good Grey Poets Workshop” with Poet Bruce Johnson Thursdays:  11/9, 11/16   |   10AM – 12PM 2 week session: $50.00 In-Person at Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site Register for Good Grey Poets Workshop >>   (10% Member Discount) Click here to get a $5.00 DISCOUNT when signing up for both workshops >> This two-session poetry […]

WWBA is delighted to present our Fall Humanities Book Series, The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of US History by Ned Blackhawk. A sweeping and overdue retelling of U.S. history that recognizes that Native Americans are essential to understanding the evolution of modern America. The most enduring feature of U.S. history is […]

Saturday, November 18th, the 5th program in our WWBA 2023 Series: Legacy of Long Island’s First Peoples - The Power Of Words – Algonquin Language featuring Chief Harry Wallace, Esq. In 1791, Thomas Jefferson sat with three elderly Unkechaug women, whom he was convinced were among the last living speakers of their Native language. He […]