UNESCO World Poetry Day
Maya Angelou reading her poem "A Brave and Startling Truth"
Held every year on 21 March, World Poetry Day celebrates one of humanity’s most treasured forms of cultural and linguistic expression and identity. Practiced throughout history – in every culture and on every continent – poetry speaks to our common humanity and our shared values, transforming the simplest of poems into a powerful catalyst for dialogue and peace.
UNESCO first adopted 21 March as World Poetry Day during its 30th General Conference in Paris in 1999.

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Local Theme: Nautical History & The Sea

The Corporation of St George is a UNESCO World Heritage Site partner and supports this worthwhile cultural program. Each year the Corporation joins with area schools to continue the traditions of poetry reading, writing and recitals. This year we engage Bermuda's Chewstick Foundation and the String Collective to deliver this special presentation through streaming.

Special Performance  ChewStickBermuda

Musical Interlude  Atlantic MusicGroupStringQuartet

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Monday, March 22 until Sun, March 28, 2021

Showtime: 9:30 am. • 5:30 pm • 9:30 pm Daily

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