The University Of Arizona Poetry Center - A Diamond In The Desert

 

 The University Of Arizona Poetry Center - A place were a writer can go...where a Poet can grow. 

     

As most writers know, especially Poets there aren't many dedicated outlets to the arts available in today's society. So for the University Of Arizona Poetry Center to even be in existence is a rarity in itself. A place were artist can go and learn. A place were the lost art of writing is still treasured by like minded individuals. Located on the campus of the University of Arizona in the Helen Schafer Building the Poetry Center promotes Poetic literature in every shape and form. Founded in 1960 by Ruth Walgreen Stephan a writer and philanthropist who began visiting Arizona in the 1930's the Poetry center has served the artistic needs of all ages ranging from K-12 and beyond.

     The center has resources of all kind to offer in relation to the arts. Open artistic programs such as readings, classes, contest, workshops and so much more. The perfect place for the writer a true goldmine of both information and resources all dedicated to serving the endless soul of Poetry. 

      Ironically one  of the best features about the center is the simple fact that it is a place were you can go and "sit and read". A quiet place were a life can be appreciated on a much more manageable level. A much appreciation for life as shown within the lines of poems written by poets. With so much going on in life sometimes it can be hard to find a quiet place to sit. The Poetry can is the exception. Designed to be a place, just a quiet place to sit and read a book. 

   

The Center Is Open Under The Hours Listed Below

The University of Arizona Poetry Center 

Hours Of Operation:

Monday   9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday   9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday   9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday   9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday   9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday   10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Sunday   Closed

    The center is fully open accessible to anyone.  Anyone can walk in and actively participate in any of the numerous functions being offered such as the classes, workshops, discussions being offered. The center has something for everyone as it even host as wildly popular "Family Day" meant to urge family participation in the arts as well as encourage early involvement
       The Poetry Center fortunately always seems to have a full slate of events on hand. A great example is the January 30th reading by the well-renowned author Tan Lin. Lin author of more than 10 books will be making a personal appearance at the Poetry Center. Scheduled to read from his book followed by a Q & A session and  eventually concluding with book signings. A great opportunity to learn 1st hand valuable information directly from an established successful author like Tan Lyn.
       The Poetry Center offers countless opportunities to artist, writers that other wise just wouldn't be available. An atmosphere conducive to the arts. One were creating is encouraged. A place were creativity is encouraged. A great place were ALL artistic boundaries can be lifted and soul allowed to run free! The center is a place were like minded spirits can openly and freely connect and together experience the pure power of Poetry.
    

The center itself is officially housed in the Helen S. Schafer Building, a 17,500-foot Poetry epicenter located firmly on the campus of the University Of Arizona here in Tucson Arizona. The building itself adds a nice amount of contemporary architecture flair to the campus. Designed by the prestigious firm of Line & Space, LLC the building has worn several awards based on it's architecture.
   So this a call for any and all aspiring writers and poets to be sure and take advantage of the Poetry Center as resources such as this are soon to be extinct. Set aside a few hours to come down and see author Tan Lin in person. Ask a question, get a book signed buy something! Or whenever life just seems to be moving a little too fast, come into the Poetry Center and take a seat.


Contact Info:
1508 E. Helen Street
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0150
520-626-3765
520-626-5566 (FAX)
poetry@email.arizona.edu
poetry.arizona.edu