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Boneyarn: Poems About Slavery in NYC

Poet David Mills will read from and reflect upon the research behind his recent collection, Boneyarn, the first-ever book of poems about slavery in New York City.

Poet David Mills will read from and reflect upon the research behind his recent collection, Boneyarn, the first-ever book of poems about slavery in New York City. Mills creatively “excavates” the tragedies and triumphs of New York’s enslaved and free Black community. The collection includes a suite of poems dedicated to Jupiter Hammon; born into slavery on Long Island, New York, Hammon was the first Black poet published in North America. Mr. Mills holds an MFA from Warren Wilson College and an MA from New York University. He’s published four poetry collections, his poems have been featured in many prestigious publications and he’s won several awards for his work. Presented by the Huntington area libraries. Registration is required. Open to all.

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