The Loft Literary Center
Join Heid E. Erdrich and a cohort of poets convened and commissioned as part of her fellowship from the Academy of American Poets.
Please join us for a craft talk on writing picture books with the 2024 McKnight judge in Children’s Literature, Don Tate!
Join the Loft for a rare chance to watch the award-winning Writing Excuses podcast record live episodes, right here in Minneapolis. Audience members will be able to bring their writing questions to the show and have a chance to get them answered.
Upcoming Loft Events
The Loft hosts numerous events throughout the year. Take a look at our upcoming offerings and plan your next visit.
Perfect for beginners or the creatively curious, this pathway offers a welcoming space to build confidence, uncover new interests, and connect with other curious readers and writers.
Writing and reading don't have to be solitary—this pathway centers connection, conversation, and community. Join fellow writers and readers for casual meetups, celebrations, and shared creative energy.
This pathway focuses on sparking imagination and creative momentum. Through prompts, exercises, and playful exploration, you'll find fresh ways to get writing and keep going.
For readers and writers who love digging in, this pathway offers rich conversations and craft-focused discussions centered around books and big ideas. Grow, question, and engage with others who love to think critically about stories and storytelling.
This pathway is for writers with works in progress who are ready to refine and elevate their craft. Get targeted feedback from peers and teaching artist and develop strategies for revision and next steps toward publication.
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