Join Qwert Poetry for a hands-on poetry workshop inspired by nature, community, and the world around us, on the historic lawn of the Lott House.
In this workshop, you'll explore poetry from the first idea to the finished piece. We'll use both traditional writing methods and vintage-style typewriters. You'll get to create your own poem, try out different styles, and type your final version on a typewriter. This workshop is a chance to be creative, reflect, and connect with your surroundings. It's a unique way to slow down, write with care, and experience poetry in a hands-on way. We'll provide everything you need, including paper, envelopes, and wax seals. You don't need any poetry or writing experience to join us. All you need is curiosity and a willingness to try something new. Registration is required. This event is open to anyone 16 and older.
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
About QWERT Poetry
Pierce D. Logan is a published poet and educator based in New Jersey. Pierce founded QWERT Poetry, a live typewriter poetry experience, in 2015 in order to connect others through poetry. Through QWERT Poetry, Pierce has partnered with educational institutions such as NYU and Planting Fields Arboretum, brands such as Ferragamo, and hotels such as The Hotel Chelsea and The Maker Hotel. These live poetry sessions allow participants to be seen and discover what they most want reflected in a poem. The typewritten poems often last a lifetime and continue holding value beyond the moment they were created. The community-facing programs, “Type-Ins”, also play a central role in Pierce’s mission to make poetry relevant to our lives by engaging others in typing, allowing youth and adults alike to unplug and enjoy manual typewriters.