# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Great Lakes African American Writers Conference (GLAAWC) 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us in 2026 for the Great Lakes African American Writers Conference—where stories come alive!About this EventGreat Lakes African American Writers Conference (GLAAWC) 2026Get ready for the Great Lakes African American Writers Conference 2026—a vibrant, in-person gathering celebrating Black voices in literature! Connect with talented authors, dive into inspiring panels, and explore powerful storytelling. Whether you're a writer, reader, or just curious, GLAAWC is the place to be for amazing conversations and community vibes. Don’t miss out on this creative explosion in the heart of the Great Lakes region!Pre-order some of the books written by GLAAWC 2026's keynote speakers and awradees!This year includes: Nell Irvin Painter, Ph.D., Justin Ellis, Glory Edim, Kortney Morrow, Vanessa Miller.(CLEVELAND LOCATION ONLY - PRE ORDER ENDS 8/22/26)  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b25841e0-a4f4-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b266c0d0-a4f4-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cleveland/great-lakes-african-american-writers-conference-glaawc-2026/100001992431012794
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, business, conferences, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 6 hours
  - Location: Cleveland Public Library - Martin L. King Branch
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 41.32, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Cleveland
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Cleveland Public Library - Martin L. King Branch
- **lat**: 41.5038613
- **long**: -81.6140987
- **full address**: Cleveland Public Library - Martin L. King Branch, 10601 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Great Lakes African American Writers Conference (GLAAWC) 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Great Lakes African American Writers Conference (GLAAWC) 2026 takes place on Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Cleveland Public Library - Martin L. King Branch, 10601 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Great Lakes African American Writers Conference (GLAAWC) 2026?
  - **A:** Great Lakes African American Writers Conference (GLAAWC) 2026 is organized by GLAAWC (Pronounced "Glossy").
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Great Lakes African American Writers Conference (GLAAWC) 2026 is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cleveland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Great Lakes African American Writers Conference (GLAAWC) 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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