Enjoy poetry readings, take a moment to write and reflect, and join a discussion on climate.

Artistic expression has a profound, transformative capacity to connect people and open new horizons for collective action. Get ready for Climate Week NYC with celebrated poets Jane Hirshfield, Kimiko Hahn, and Brandon Kilbourne, who is featured in the AMNH’s exhibition Black in Natural History Museums. This after-hours program will unite poetry, climate arts, and community building.  

During this event, you’ll hear readings from each of the poets, then have the opportunity to participate in a guided writing exercise facilitated by David Hassler, executive director of the Wick Poetry Center. No prior experience with poetry is required or expected, and all ages are welcome.  

The evening will conclude with a panel conversation among the poets and Ana Porzecanski, director of the Center for Biodiversity & Conservation at the AMNH, moderated by Miranda Massie, director of the Climate Museum, about how science and nature played a role in the development of the poets' work and how science, nature, and art come together to inspire change.

This program is presented in collaboration with the Gottesman Research Library and Learning Center at the AMNH and the Wick Poetry Center’s Poets for Science initiative at Kent State University.

Register today to reserve your spot! Tickets are $15. If the cost presents a barrier to you, or if you would like to request accessibility accommodations, please contact  info@climatemuseum.org.