# Event Details - **Event Name**: A Writer's Retrospective with Lois Lowry - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: Hang out with Lois Lowry as she shares stories and insights from her amazing writing journey.About this EventSpeaker Series ~ A Writer’s Retrospective ~ Lois LowryDate & Time: August 27, 2026 - 5PM - 6:30 PMEvent Type: Speaker SeriesLocation: The Graham Center at The Rufus Porter Museum of Art and IngenuityAges: Adults and interested childrenFee: $20 per person - adult paid participation requiredPre-registration Required.Program DescriptionThe Rufus Porter Museum is deeply honored to host a special evening with world-renowned author and museum member, Lois Lowry. In this intimate retrospective, Ms. Lowry will reflect on a prolific career spanning over fifty years of writing.This presentation offers a rare opportunity for the local community to engage with the author of modern classics like The Giver and Number the Stars. Ms. Lowry will discuss her writing process and her dedication to empowering young readers to navigate the complexities of human nature.A central focus of the evening will be a look forward to her upcoming book, Building 903, scheduled for release in late September. Ms. Lowry will share insights into this newest endeavor, which she anticipates will be her final published work.Attendees are invited to join us for a presentation that blends personal history with literary mastery, including a PowerPoint showcase of images and stories from her life’s work.About the PresenterLois Lowry is an acclaimed American writer known for her versatility and her ability to tackle challenging subject matter for children and young adults. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, in 1937, her early life was shaped by a childhood spent in the islands and later in Tokyo. Over half a century, she has authored more than 50 books, earning two Newbery Medals and a permanent place in the hearts of readers and educators worldwide. Now a resident of Maine, she continues to contribute to the literary community and the preservation of local history.Please note: Due to the expected popularity of this event, early registration is highly encouraged.Questions? Contact the Museum: 207.647.2828 or staff@rufusportermuseum.orgAre you visiting with a group of 10 or more? Please contact us before purchasing your tickets.Address of Rufus Porter Museum: 121 Main Street, Bridgton, Maine - please park in the Bridgton Library Parking Area or along Main Street. Limited handicap parking available on the Main Street side of our campus. The Graham Center is the large tan building. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/c6f9d2c0-a013-11f1-a9b6-5f3c34d9259b-rimg-w486-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/c7338060-a013-11f1-a9b6-5f3c34d9259b-rimg-w555-h740-dc484848-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bridgton/a-writers-retrospective-with-lois-lowry/100001997148330418 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20, max: 20, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Bridgton - **state**: ME - **country**: United States - **location**: Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity - **lat**: 44.0542576 - **long**: -70.7093464 - **full address**: Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity, 121 Main Street, Bridgton, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: A Writer's Retrospective with Lois Lowry - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8c9c934e4b15a67a183df4ed8faf5894ccd3cb8c7414634a5063e717bc885e50-rimg-w1200-h893-dc081808-gmir.jpg?v=1786116088 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A Writer's Retrospective with Lois Lowry being held? - **A:** A Writer's Retrospective with Lois Lowry takes place on Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity, 121 Main Street, Bridgton, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing A Writer's Retrospective with Lois Lowry? - **A:** A Writer's Retrospective with Lois Lowry is organized by Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "A Writer's Retrospective with Lois Lowry", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8c9c934e4b15a67a183df4ed8faf5894ccd3cb8c7414634a5063e717bc885e50-rimg-w1200-h893-dc081808-gmir.jpg?v=1786116088", "startDate": "2026-08-27", "endDate": "2026-08-27", "url": "https://allevents.in/bridgton/a-writers-retrospective-with-lois-lowry/100001997148330418", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "121 Main Street", "postalCode": "04009", "addressLocality": "Bridgton", "addressRegion": "ME", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "44.0542576", "longitude": "-70.7093464" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Hang out with Lois Lowry as she shares stories and insights from her amazing writing journey.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-09-04", "availabilityEnds": "2026-08-27", "validFrom": "2026-09-04", "lowPrice": "20.00", "highPrice": "20.00", "price": "20.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/bridgton/a-writers-retrospective-with-lois-lowry/100001997148330418" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/SoldOut", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-09-04", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-09-04", "url": "https://allevents.in/bridgton/a-writers-retrospective-with-lois-lowry/100001997148330418", "price": "20.00", "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/rufus-porter-museum-of-art-and-ingenuity/25524437", "description": "Founded in 2005, the Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity, located in Bridgton, Maine, features the history of a remarkable 19th century New Englander, Rufus Porter (1792-1884). 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