IN-GALLERY | Writing Workshop Inspired by Black History Month

Join us for a creative writing workshop exploring the images and stories of pioneering Black Americans in the National Portrait Gallery collection. We will use close looking, discussion and guided writing prompts to develop new poems and stories in tribute. Open to writers of all levels and genres, ages 18 and up.

Open to writers of all levels and genres, ages 18 and up.

The Portrait Gallery strives to provide programs that are accessible to all visitors. If you have questions about the accessibility of this program, or if you would like to request real-time captioning (CART), sign language interpretation, or any other accommodations, please contact [email protected]. Two weeks' advance notice is appreciated for requesting accommodations.

Image Credit: John Lewis by Michael Shane Neal, 2020. PaintingMedium Oil on linen. 121.9 × 97.2 cm (48 × 38 1/4")Frame: 128.6 × 98.1 × 8.3 cm (50 5/8 × 38 5/8 × 3 1/4"). Credit LineNational Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution; gift of Jeffery and Cindy Loring in memory of Congressman John LewisRestrictions & RightsUsage conditions apply. © Michael Shane Neal

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