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Eakins Press Foundation: Celebrating the Harlem Renaissance

o_write_my_nameThe next Literature lecture, as part of the Labor, Literature and Landmarks 2015 Lecture Series, will feature the Eakins Press Foundation, as part of The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen of the City of New York’s ongoing showcase of independent presses in New York City.

Peter Kayafas, Director of the Eakins Press Foundation, will discuss the newly published book ‘O, Write My Name’: American Portraits, Harlem Heroes, in addition to describing the philosophy and history of the Press. The Eakins Press Foundation is a not-for-profit educational publisher that for the last 50 years has been dedicated to the advancement of literature and art through excellence of presentation. ‘O, Write My Name’ presents compelling portraits of 50 extraordinary individuals who contributed to making the Harlem Renaissance one of the great cultural movements in American history. Some of the subjects are familiar—icons of music, dance, theater, literature, art, academia and sports—while others are considerably less well known, but equally important to the spirit at the heart of the movement. Featuring photographs by Carl Van Vechten and an introduction by Darryl Pinckney.

The Eakins Press Foundation program supports and encourages the craftsmanship and art of authors, artists, painters and photographers, both unknown and of established reputation, whose efforts forward, or are relevant, to the vision, integrity and teaching of Thomas Eakins, the American painter for whom the Foundation is named.  In addition to his work with Eakins Press, Peter Kayafas is also a photographer, curator and teacher.  His photographs have been widely exhibited, and are in the collections of numerous museums and private collections. For more information on Eakins Press Foundation please visit www.eakinspress.com. 

The Lectures start at 6:30pm in The General Society Library, 20 West 44th Street, New York City. Reception to follow. Advance registration is suggested.

$15 General admission; $10 General Society & Senior Citizens; $5 Students. To register please contact the General Society at: 212-840-1840 or email: [email protected]

This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.

About The General Society:

The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen of the City of New York, a non-profitable organization was founded in 1785 by the skilled craftsmen of the City. Today this 230-year old organization continues to serve and improve the quality life of the people of the City of New York through its educational, philanthropic and cultural programs including its tuition-free Mechanics Institute, The General Society Library and its nearly 200 year old lecture series.











When: Thu., Apr. 30, 2015 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: The General Society Library
20 W. 44th St.
212-840-1840
Price: $5-$15
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o_write_my_nameThe next Literature lecture, as part of the Labor, Literature and Landmarks 2015 Lecture Series, will feature the Eakins Press Foundation, as part of The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen of the City of New York’s ongoing showcase of independent presses in New York City.

Peter Kayafas, Director of the Eakins Press Foundation, will discuss the newly published book ‘O, Write My Name’: American Portraits, Harlem Heroes, in addition to describing the philosophy and history of the Press. The Eakins Press Foundation is a not-for-profit educational publisher that for the last 50 years has been dedicated to the advancement of literature and art through excellence of presentation. ‘O, Write My Name’ presents compelling portraits of 50 extraordinary individuals who contributed to making the Harlem Renaissance one of the great cultural movements in American history. Some of the subjects are familiar—icons of music, dance, theater, literature, art, academia and sports—while others are considerably less well known, but equally important to the spirit at the heart of the movement. Featuring photographs by Carl Van Vechten and an introduction by Darryl Pinckney.

The Eakins Press Foundation program supports and encourages the craftsmanship and art of authors, artists, painters and photographers, both unknown and of established reputation, whose efforts forward, or are relevant, to the vision, integrity and teaching of Thomas Eakins, the American painter for whom the Foundation is named.  In addition to his work with Eakins Press, Peter Kayafas is also a photographer, curator and teacher.  His photographs have been widely exhibited, and are in the collections of numerous museums and private collections. For more information on Eakins Press Foundation please visit www.eakinspress.com. 

The Lectures start at 6:30pm in The General Society Library, 20 West 44th Street, New York City. Reception to follow. Advance registration is suggested.

$15 General admission; $10 General Society & Senior Citizens; $5 Students. To register please contact the General Society at: 212-840-1840 or email: [email protected]

This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.

About The General Society:

The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen of the City of New York, a non-profitable organization was founded in 1785 by the skilled craftsmen of the City. Today this 230-year old organization continues to serve and improve the quality life of the people of the City of New York through its educational, philanthropic and cultural programs including its tuition-free Mechanics Institute, The General Society Library and its nearly 200 year old lecture series.

Buy tickets/get more info now