This is America: In Our Own Words
July 24 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This Is America: In Our Own Words
A Conversation in Poetry with Charleston’s First and Second Poet Laureates
Marcus Amaker & Asiah Mae
As part of the ongoing This Is America exhibition, join Charleston’s first and second Poet Laureates for an evening of poetry, storytelling, and conversation exploring identity, belonging, community, and the evolving American <a href="http://story.
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Inspired by the powerful response to the This is America exhibition’s opening reception, In Our Own Words continues the dialogue through spoken word, personal reflection, and meaningful conversation. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Marcus Amaker and
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Through poetry and discussion, these celebrated literary voices will reflect on place, history, culture, and the power of language to help us better understand ourselves and one <a href="http://another.
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Friday, July 24, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Drummond Studio Gallery
12 Line Street, Suite 102
Charleston, SC
Tickets: $25
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Schedule
6:00 PM – Gallery Viewing
6:30 PM – Poetry & Conversation with Marcus Amaker and Asiah Mae
7:30 PM – Community Conversation & Mingle
Presented in conjunction with The
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