Poetry on the Prairie
Join IPA and Poetry Palooza at Art on the Prairie again this year as we present "Poetry on the Prairie" at the Perry Public Library (1101 Willis Avenue). The event is free and open to the public!
Time & Location
Nov 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – Nov 15, 2026, 5:00 PM
Perry Public Library, 1101 Willis Ave, Perry, IA 50220, USA
About the event
Check back soon for the full schedule of events and performers!
Join IPA and Poetry Palooza at Art on the Prairie again this year as we present "Poetry on the Prairie" at the Perry Public Library (1101 Willis Avenue). We are ecstatic to welcome several Iowa poets to join in on the fun. This event is free and open to the public! Plus, Beaverdale Books will be onsite selling books by the poets. Plus, Beaverdale Books will be onsite selling books by the poets.
Saturday features include: workshops by B.J. Soloy and David Williamson, readings by notable Iowa Poets from across the state and an open mic, hosted by the musical duo Pullin’ Strings. Sunday features Lyrical Iowa Poet presentations, an Elaine Mattingly workshop and more open mic opportunities. Rum cake served while supplies last. Come write, share, listen and learn! More information, including a more descriptive schedule, will be…