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2023 Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation Fall Festival "The Poet in a Democracy"


  • Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation 26304 Ocean View Avenue Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, 93923 United States (map)

Join us for a weekend of poetry, history, and music at the annual Robinson Jeffers Fall Festival in Carmel, California October 13, 14, & 15.

“The Poet in a Democracy” is the title of a 1941 series held at the Library of Congress. Robinson Jeffers gave the first address—one of four poets to consider the topic.

Friday is the traditional Sunset Celebration, 5:00PM, held at Tor House in Carmel. Poetry, music, delectable snacks, and wine.

Saturday at the Carmel Women’s Club, 8:30AM to 4PM, a series of free talks by Tor House Foundation and Robinson Jeffers Association members, with musical interludes, optional box lunches ($23), a short film, and a selection of readings.
5:30 reception at the Monterey Conference Center, followed by dinner. Download the newsletter for ticket details, or click on the “Reservations” button.

Sunday’s traditional Poetry Walk at Carmel River Beach is free.

DOWNLOAD our Fall Newsletter for all the Details and reservation form.

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