Dear Literature & Culture Enthusiasts, 

We’re thrilled to invite you to the 52nd Annual Louisville Conference on Literature & Culture—a dynamic gathering of scholars, writers, and thinkers from around the world. Join us for two exciting days of virtual panels and three vibrant days of in-person discussions, networking, and creative exchange. 

LCLC52 Events:

• In-Person Panels: February 20-22, 2025 in Louisville 

• Public Reading at LFPL: Wednesday, February 19th at 6:30pm 

• Public Reading at the (former) Chapel of St. Phillip Neri: Friday, February 21st at 8pm 

• Annette Allen Poetry Prize Reading 

• Keynote Events 

• ...and more! 

This year’s conference features an impressive lineup of keynote speakers: 

• Rachel Kushner, New York Times Bestselling Author 

• Ben Lerner, American poet, novelist, and critic 

• Jahan Ramazani, American author and scholar 

• Georgie Medina Marcano, Puerto Rican poet and scholar

All keynote events are free and open to the public. Virtual panels are also free, while tickets for in-person events are available now.

How to Participate: 

• Check out the preliminary program 

• Register for virtual events 

• Register for in-person events 

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting and inspiring event—whether you’re connecting virtually or joining us in Louisville! 

We look forward to seeing you there!