Get Lit: Poetry in Bloom

Step into the magic of nature at Get Lit: Poetry in Bloom! April is both National Poetry Month and Earth Month, and we're having one epic party to celebrate. Enjoy a nature-inspired open mic, get artsy with crafts, and enjoy beverages inspired by the natural world.

• Share an original piece of poetry or song during our open mic. Don’t have anything to share? We’ll have pieces from notable American poets and songwriters that you can select.
• Unleash your creativity with river rock painting! Decorate smooth stones with vibrant colors and designs, inspired by the beauty of nature.
• Go on an indoor nature scavenger hunt through the AWM and discover American writers like Henry David Thoreau, John Muir, Rachel Carson and more.
• Step into a floral fantasy with our flower photo op, where vibrant blooms create a picturesque backdrop for capturing cherished memories.
• Enjoy beer, wine, and the night’s specialty cocktail, The Hummingbird, a bright and bubbly cocktail with hints of lavender. Non-alcoholic options available as well.

As Henry David Thoreau said, "We can never have enough of nature." We hope you’ll join us in celebrating the harmony between poetry and nature!

Get Lit is your way to enjoy evenings in the Loop. Meet friends and fellow book nerds for an early evening treat. Each month, the AWM serves drinks, games, special experiences, and fun activities to get you lit!

A limited number of discounted tickets have been made available for teachers and school librarians. To claim your discount, use the code provided in the AWM education newsletter. You can for regular updates. If you are an educator and have questions, please email our Education Team at [email protected].

Buy your tickets today! A limited number of tickets are available at the door. AWM members, use the access code emailed to you to reveal the member ticket price. Tickets include admission to the museum and drink tickets for two complimentary beverages. Additional drink tickets are available for purchase. Guests must be 21+ to attend Get Lit and show a valid ID at the door.

Funds raised at this event will go towards the AWM’s Write In Youth Education Program, which serves middle and high school students from under-resourced schools. .

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

American Writers Museum, 180 N. Michigan Avenue, 2nd Floor, Chicago, United States