The Raven Virtual Poetry Workshop
Description
The museum's Programs Coordinator will use scansion to discover the strict metrical structure of Poe's most famous poem, "The Raven", culminating in a dramatic reading of the poem and a look at one of his last and most mysterious poems, "Ulalume".
Offered At
Poe Museum
The Poe Museum is located in Richmond, Virginia, home town to Edgar Allan Poe, one of the finest writers of the 19th century. In his short life Poe revolutionized the horror story, invented the detective story, helped pioneer science fiction, and wrote brilliant poetry. The museum has the largest collection of artifacts related to Poe anywhere in the world on public display in its three buildings.
*Due to COVID-19, we are not currently hosting groups on-site, although we are still open to the public. We are offering virtual tours and programs!
Details
Subjects
Literature, Poetry
Capacity
100 students, 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Duration
60 min.
Activity
Live Virtual Event
Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12