Left: Views of the Great Solar Eclipse, 1869, Dr. Edward Curtis (American, 1838–1912). Albumen silver print. 13.5 x 12.5 cm (5 5/16 x 4 15/16 in.). J. Paul Getty Museum, 85.XP.8.3. Right: Alyesha Wise. Photograph by Daisy Noemi. Courtesy the artist
Poetry in the Park: Solar Eclipse
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library
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Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library
6145 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Join us for a celestial event to celebrate the launch of a live poetry reading series featuring poetic voices of Los Angeles. View the solar eclipse while listening to poet Alyesha Wise: bring a chair, lay on a blanket on the lawn, or visit the library as poetry floats through the air! Eclipse viewing glasses available to attendees while supplies last. The eclipse occurs from 10:06 am to 12:22 pm.
Alyesha Wise is a poet, writer, lyricist, and activist based in Los Angeles.
This program is presented in partnership with the Library Foundation of Los Angeles.
Visit the Getty Research Institute's Exhibitions and Events page for more free programs.