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    BrooksDay 2025

    • National Public Housing Museum, 919 S. Ada Street, Chicago, Il 60607

    • Free
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    Living Legacy: Tradition Meets Tomorrow

    Join Brooks Permissions and the Guild Literary Complex as we honor the incredible legacy of Gwendolyn Brooks and the generations of Black female poets who continue her powerful tradition.

    The Living Legacy list shines a spotlight on the phenomenal women who are carrying forward Gwendolyn Brooks’ commitment to culture, community, and the craft of poetry. This event is not just about celebrating the past—it’s about recognizing the poets shaping the future of Black literary art.

    Don’t miss out on this beautiful intersection of legacy and tomorrow’s voices. We hope to see you there!

    This partner event is free to the public.

    Upcoming events

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    Still Here: Poetry & Solidarity

    Join the National Public Housing Museum and our partners to build solidarity through poetry, stories, and conversations about land, stewardship, and belonging.

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    Juneteenth Weekend Tours: What Happened Next?

    On Juneteenth weekend, please join us at the National Public Housing Museum for a tour and discussion around the ongoing struggles for racial equality.

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    Medicine for Our Times

    A listening party for Medicine Kit, a sound piece by Terri Kapsalis that features Damon Locks on electronics and Ken Vandermark on reeds.

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