Poetry enthusiasts can celebrate the works of Walt Whitman later this month during an evening of food, short films and live performances at the Venice Island Performing Arts Center. MORE EVENTS Arts ...

During the Civil War era, the writer emerged as an emblem of the country’s dissonance. Now, in the midst of another all-consuming national crisis, his work feels uncannily relevant. By Jesse Green SIX ...

Back in September, we posted on a Curtis Lovell Meets Walt Whitman: Listening Party, as part of the Calamus Project. Now that the musical side of the project has wrapped up, it’s time for the poetic ...

Louisiana’s history is full of stories about creative geniuses who come here and find their lives changed forever by what they see. Artist John James Audubon arrived in Louisiana in 1821 and ended up ...

Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. On Saturday, September 28, Pro Musica, Chatter, and the Academy for the Love of Learning present a ...

Since we are about three weeks in time from both Memorial Day and Independence Day and close to Flag Day on June 14, it’s a good time to reflect upon these American holidays through the words of ...

Walt Whitman stands as one of the most important American writers of all time. He was born in 1819 and is said to reflect the ...

Nation marks anniversary of start of Civil War. April 12, 2011 -- Walt Whitman, one of America's most revered authors and poets, is best known for his "Leaves of Grass" collection but the National ...

A dramatic recitation of one of Walt Whitman’s poems will be held at the Jackson Center, helping to commemorate the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s death. Submitted photo A dramatic recitation of one ...

The event showcased three rounds from the eleven finalists of spoken word poetry as well as a 15-minute performance from a mariachi band.