Detroit Writing Room Literary Salons

How did F. Scott Fitzgerald, Gertrude Stein, Ernest Hemingway and so many other famous early 20th century writers develop such close friendships? In part, due to literary salons — intentional gatherings of like-minded individuals in an intimate setting for conversation, food, drink and listening. Literary salons first started popping up in Italy over the course of the 16th century and became more popular in the 17th and 18th centuries in France.

Now, we are bringing this great tradition of community-building with a literary flair to Detroit!

Join award-winning author and writing coach Lynne Golodner and The Detroit Writing Room for quarterly Literary Salons at Michigan Central Station’s new Shaka Senghor Literary Lounge! You’ll make writer friends, engage in literary-rich discussions, sip and snack, and do a little writing, too!

April 30, 2026 from 7-8:30 p.m.

Theme: Nature as a Storytelling Tool

June 2, 2026 from 7-8:30 p.m.

Theme: Love on the Page

August 11, 2026 from 7-8:30 p.m.

Theme: The Iceberg Theory

October 21, 2026 from 7-8:30 p.m.

Theme: The Masks We Wear

Michigan Central Station

Literary Lounge, 5th Floor

Enter through the east side entrance. Parking is free along side streets. Paid parking is available at the Bagley Mobility Hub one block away.

Tickets include wine from Santé Wine Tasting Room and charcuterie from Mongers' Provisions.

At each event, guests will be entered into a raffle for copy of Detroit Voices and Perspectives Magazine!

• Single admission is $67, or attend the series for $249 (a $19 savings!).
• Detroit Writing Room members and students of Lynne Golodner get 20% off!

Scholarship Opportunity: A select number of Boys & Girls Club of Greater Detroit and Coaching Detroit Forward high school students may attend for free.

Tickets are nonrefundable. However, you may transfer your ticket to another date in the series. Registration closes 24 hours before each event. Tickets are not available at the door.

The Detroit Writing Room offers an inspirational community for writers, creatives and professionals. Whether you’re working on the next Great American novel or a resume, the DWR has nearly 50 professional writing coaches to help with all your writing needs. We also host book talks, writing workshops, and literary events. Visit detroitwritingroom.com to sign up for coaching, memberships, events and more. Check out newyorkwritingroom.com to see our New York-based coaching team.

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Michigan Central Station East Entrance, 2001 15th Street, Detroit, United States

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