Getting to the Point with Richard Blanco (Poertry)

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Venue:	Edward M. Kennedy (EMK) Institute for the U.S. Senate
Dates:	Thursday, February 27, 2020 - Thursday, February 27, 2020
Hours:	6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
In/Outdoor:	Indoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Lectures/Discussions

Presidential inaugural poet Richard Blanco will visit the Institute for a Getting to the Point discussion on the themes he explores in his recent poetry collection, How to Love a Country, and how Americans can find common ground through shared experiences and ideals.

Richard Blanco was the fifth presidential inaugural poet, serving as poet for President Obama’s second inauguration in 2013.

He stands as the youngest, first Latino, immigrant, and gay person to serve in such a role.

He is the author of four collections of poetry and three memoirs.

Mr. Blanco will perform a poetry reading as part of the program and will also participate in a book signing.

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WEBSITE

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www.emkinstitute.org/explore-the-institute/public-events-programs/public/richard-blanco

LOCATION

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Columbia Point 210 Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA, 02125 map
Phone: 617-740-7000

Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate
210 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA 02125