The C.C. Stern Type Foundry invites you to a special poetry reading and the launch of their latest letterpress broadside, “First World Concerns.” This event marks the seventh installment in their Pacific Northwest Poets Laureate series, celebrating the intersection of traditional trade crafts and contemporary literature. Located in Clatskanie, the foundry preserves cultural heritage through art. Join us for an evening dedicated to the power of the written word and the beauty of letterpress printing.
What to Expect
An engaging cultural event featuring poetry and traditional printing arts.
Who Should Attend
Poetry lovers
Art enthusiasts
Letterpress collectors
Local community members
Agenda Overview
Poetry reading followed by the official launch of the new broadside.
Venue & Address
C.C. Stern Type Foundry
90 Bel Air Dr #1499 Clatskanie , Oregon – 97016 United States
Organizer
C.C. Stern Type Foundry · Arts Organization
A foundry dedicated to preserving traditional trade crafts and cultural heritage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the event?
A poetry reading and broadside launch.
Where is it held?
C.C. Stern Type Foundry, 90 Bel Air Dr #1499, Clatskanie, OR.
What is the broadside title?
“First World Concerns”.
Is this part of a series?
Yes, it is the seventh in the Pacific Northwest Poets Laureate series.
What does the foundry do?
They preserve traditional trade crafts like letterpress printing.
When is the event?
July 11, 2026.
Tags
poetry
arts
letterpress
Clatskanie
Oregon
culture
literature
Summary
A poetry reading and broadside launch event hosted by the C.C. Stern Type Foundry in Clatskanie.