On July 20, The Chicago Poetry Center had the wonderful opportunity to host our Summer Poetry Gathering! The gathering was the first of many events to come at Haymarket House, our official new home.
For more wonderful photos of the event, make sure to check Joshua Tatro’s photos down below! Thank you to everyone who came out and joined us on this evening of poetry performances, community building, and celebrations!
SUMMER POETRY GATHERING GALLERY:
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
The mission of the Chicago Poetry Center is to connect people with poetry, equitably engage poets with communities, and foster creativity and literacy in schools. We envision a world where poetry catalyzes reflection, connection, and change.
Since the Chicago Poetry Center’s first readings took place at the Museum of Contemporary Art in 1975, the Poetry Center has been a mainstay of Chicago’s cultural scene. Free public readings continue to be offered monthly in virtual and physical formats. Over 325 poets have participated in public readings, and a digital archive of their work is available on the Poetry Center website. The expansive archive also serves as the basis of a digital module for teaching poetry, which was recently developed by the Center’s Executive Director and is available at no cost to teachers.
