Program

Public Programs: Humanities Projects for Youth

Period of Performance

10/1/1981 - 6/30/1982

Funding Totals

$2,500.00 (approved)
$2,500.00 (awarded)


Poetry As Social Commentary

FAIN: GZ-*2076-81

New York Public Library (New York, NY 10016-0109)
Lillian Morrison (Project Director: April 1981 to October 1990)

To support a series of workshops in which youth will explore the poetry of social commentary and its influence on U.S. history, write poetry expressing reactions to contemporary issues, work with humanities professionals, showcase their work, and study related resources at local museums.