Black Poetry Day Readings & Reflections
Sat 17 Oct, 13:00 · American Writers Museum, 180 N. Michigan Ave., The Loop · Chicago
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via American Writers Museum · Checked 4 Oct 2026
About this event
Chicago poets from the Guild Literary Complex read from the Black poets who shaped them, marking National Black Poetry Day. Two hours of readings and reflection, and the museum's exhibits are included at no extra cost.
Why we picked it
Chicago's own poets reading the canon that formed them — free, and it unlocks the whole museum.
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Museum states 'Admission is free for this program, which includes access to all of our exhibits at no additional cost.' Advance registration requested.
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