Name: Thomas Paine’s Poetry, Lecture and Performances
Start: 2026-04-26T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-04-26T16:00:00-04:00
Location: 983 North Ave

$Thomas Paine\u2019s Poetry, Lecture and Performances$

Join us for a fun night of Thomas Paine’s poetry, talks, and live performances—right in person!
About this Event

Thomas Paine’s Poetry, Lecture and Performances

Thomas Paine’s poetry was another form of his expression, revealing additional facets of his personality and often acting as the proving ground for his political ideas.

This event will explore Paine's poetic legacy and how it relates to Paine's philosophy. Thomas Paine Historical Association Board member Dr. Scott Cleary, Professor of English at Iona University, will be the speaker.

Scott is a senior editor of the new Collected Writings of Thomas Paine to be released soon by Princeton University Press. He was awarded the Iona College Irene Hammerbacher Award for Faculty Research in 2017 for his work on Paine, and with the University of Virginia Press published a book on Thomas Paine's poetry entitled The Field of Imagination: Thomas Paine and Eighteenth-Century Poetry in 2019.

Join us in person for an engaging evening diving into the world of Thomas Paine! Experience a lively lecture, hear some of his powerful poetry, and enjoy captivating performances that bring his words to life. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious, this event is the perfect way to connect with Paine’s legacy in a fun and informal setting. Don’t miss out!