# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Walt Whitman: America’s Poet
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Experience Walt, the man—Hear the beauty and power of his poetry elevated when heard as a living voice.About this EventThis event does not require registration.Walt Whitman's buried masterpiece, the1855 edition of Leaves of Grass, is the most revolutionary and inspiring work from America's greatest poet.His unrivaled optimism and surprising insight into the potential of America are perhaps more relevant today than ever.Experience Walt, the man—Hear the beauty and power of his poetry elevated when heard as a living voice, rather than a historical artifact. There will even be some hand drumming—in the spirit of Whitman as a bard and troubadour.Whitman's poems will be placed in the context of his contemporary Transcendentalists—Emerson, Thoreau, and Margaret Fuller. Sven Hansen then traces this American influence on both European thought and world spiritual traditions.Sven has lived and studied in Norway and India, and is a certified yoga teacher and sound healer. He has also owned and operated a music venue and coffee house for several years. Sven has played percussion in bands in the Chicago area and has published two books of poetry—"The Apprentice Lover" and “Get Thee Beneath My Skin”.Questions and conversation will end the program. This program is open to all ages.This event is part of the America 250 initiative, celebrating our nation throughout the year.For additional information, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/walt-whitman-americas-poet/100001997468619411
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, health-wellness, music, entertainment, yoga
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 1 hour
  - Location: Dekalb Public Library
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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

## Event venue details

- **city**: DeKalb
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Dekalb Public Library
- **lat**: 41.9321573
- **long**: -88.7500323
- **full address**: Dekalb Public Library, 309 Oak Street, DeKalb, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Walt Whitman: America s Poet being held?
  - **A:** Walt Whitman: America s Poet takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Dekalb Public Library, 309 Oak Street, DeKalb, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Walt Whitman: America s Poet?
  - **A:** Walt Whitman: America s Poet is organized by DeKalb Public Library.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at DeKalb Public Library's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given DeKalb Public Library a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. DeKalb Public Library has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Walt Whitman: America s Poet 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 DeKalb, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Walt Whitman: America s Poet sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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