Griot and Grey Owl's Black Southern Writers Conference - Tickets

Join us for a captivating literary experience at the inagural Griot and Grey Owl Black Southern Writers Conference! This in-person event will take place on Fri, Nov 10, 2023 at Duke University, and Saturday, Nov 11th - Sunday, Nov 12th at Durham Arts Council, and the luxurious 21 C Durham Hotel Gallery.

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Southern literature, celebrating the voices of talented Black Southern writers. From thought-provoking panel discussions to engaging workshops, this conference offers a platform for meaningful conversations and creative inspiration.

Discover new perspectives, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and gain invaluable insights from esteemed authors and industry professionals. Whether you're an aspiring writer or simply a lover of literature, this conference promises to ignite your passion for storytelling.

Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the world of Black Southern literature and be part of a vibrant community. Mark your calendars and join us for the Griot and Grey Owl's Black Southern Writers Conference!

Panelists & Speakers include: Keynote, Dasan Ahanu, Terrance Hayes, Jarvis McInnis, Nikky Finney, Monica Prince, Jonathan S. Eddie, Zelda Lockhart, Nikki Miller, Nichole Palmer, Monet Marshall, Destiny Hemphill, Kwame Mbalia, Tyree Daye, Brandon Brockington, Jay Ward, Asiah Mae, DJ Rogers, and more.

Main Locations: ( various other locations to be announced)

Durham Arts Council - 120 Morris St, Durham, NC 27701

21 C Durham Hotel- 111 North Corcoran St, Durham, NC 27701

Duke University Rubenstein Library- 411 Chapel Drive Durham, NC 27708

Duke Rubenstein Art Center- 2020 Campus Drive, Durham, NC 27705

Durham Public Library- 300 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27701

Ticket Breakdown:

Free & open events: 2-4pm Gallery talk @ Duke- Rubenstein ( subject to time change)

4-6pm: Reading & Signing w/Terrance Hayes @ Duke- Rubenstein ( subject to slight time change)

General Admission: includes

-Friday night mixer

- Opening Ceremony

- Saturday Panel & Workshops

- Book Fair

- Poet Laureate Palooza

- Self-guided tours

-Afterparty

Sweet Tea-VIP

- All General Admission +

- Poetry Slam/Showcase

- Brunch

- Second access to celebrity author dinners

All-access Pass

- All VIP+

- Books sold at fair

- Vendor Table

- Book signings w/select authors

- First access to celebrity author dinners

Premier hotels: Residence Inn, Aloft, Unscripted, Springhill Suites. 21 C Durham reserved for panelists only.

*Griot and Grey Owl conference tickets are open to Black Southern writers in the southern region: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or District of Columbia that identify as: Black, African American, Black American, African, Afro-Carribean, Afro-Latino, Afro-diasporic.* Must be 21+*

**To sponsor tickets or purchase at the sliding fee/low-income rate, please contact us directly. Large groups should email: griotandgreyowl@gmail.com**

** All donations are tax-deductible- G&G is fiscally sponsored by the VAE and Fractured Atlas*** *See website for more information and full program released throughout August*