# Event Details - **Event Name**: Nancy Lord presents 'Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry' - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Alaska Literary Field Guide is a vibrant and immersive celebration of Alaska's wild beauty, blending science, storytelling, and stunning artAbout this EventThird Place Books welcomes Nancy Lord for a conversation about , a vibrant and immersive celebration of Alaska's wild beauty, blending science, storytelling, and stunning artwork."The bountiful abundance of this wild collection is artfully packed for a bush plane flight through head and heart." —J. Drew Lanham, author of The Home PlaceFor important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book!Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is recommended in advance.Please note: While RSVP helps us anticipate attendance, your RSVP may not guarantee a seat. Seating is first-come, first-served, and all events at our Ravenna neighborhood store are free and open to the public. Only standing room may be available for events with high interest.We are happy to accommodate any accessibility concerns. Please contact us at events@thirdplacebooks.com or call our Ravenna store at (206) 525-2347.About Alaska Literary Field Guide . . .Highlights more than 90 species of flora and fauna from a variety of ecosystemsIncludes writings and original artwork in a wide range of styles from diverse Alaskan voices and artistsEvery entry features an informative, science-based natural history, including traditional knowledgeThis unique anthology brings together a diverse range of the state's most respected contemporary poets and writers--including Kim Heacox, Seth Kantner, dg nanouk okpik, Heather Lende, and Frank Soos--alongside original, full-color artwork from 19 Alaskan visual artists such as Alvin Amason, Ray Troll, Sara Tabbert, and rising talents like Valisa Higman and Crystal Jackson.More than 90 species and natural elements--from grizzly bears and glaciers to lichens, loons, and the aurora borealis--are brought to life through poetic reflections, vivid prose, and detailed scientific natural histories. Each "Being" is paired with a piece of writing and illustration that captures its essence, while also offering cultural knowledge, ecological context, and insight into population health and environmental threats.Organized by ecosystem, Alaska Literary Field Guide is both an artistic tribute and an educational invitation to connect with the land, water, wildlife, and spirit of the Last Frontier. It's a field guide like no other--both a reference and a work of art.NANCY LORD, a former Alaska State Writer Laureate (2008–2010), is the author of three short story collections, a novel, and five books of literary nonfiction. Her environmental writing has appeared widely in journals and anthologies. She has taught creative writing at the University of Alaska and currently teaches science writing for Johns Hopkins University. She lives in Homer, AK. writernancylord.comAbout Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/seattle/nancy-lord-presents-alaska-literary-field-guide-art-ecology-poetry/100001999323848451 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, science-fair, health-wellness, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Seattle - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: Third Place Books Ravenna - **lat**: 47.6759975 - **long**: -122.3063751 - **full address**: Third Place Books Ravenna, 6504 20th Avenue Northeast, Seattle, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Nancy Lord presents 'Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry' - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/2685c14045c286b8297350e6bba24635ebff9cd1d34dbf851ae946ef6c25c89b-rimg-w1200-h628-dcd8c8c8-gmir.jpg?v=1788440525 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Nancy Lord presents 'Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry' being held? - **A:** Nancy Lord presents 'Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry' takes place on Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Third Place Books Ravenna, 6504 20th Avenue Northeast, Seattle, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Nancy Lord presents 'Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry'? - **A:** Nancy Lord presents 'Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry' is organized by Third Place Books. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Nancy Lord presents 'Alaska Literary Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry' 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 Seattle, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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