Celebrate Emily Dickinson’s legacy with the 139th annual Poetry Walk through downtown Amherst on Saturday, May 10.
Event Details:
- 10 AM–12 PM: Self-guided walk with poetry stops (start anytime before 11 AM)
- Noon: Gather at West Cemetery for final poems & lemonade toast
- New Feature: Herbarium-inspired art installation at the Homestead
Registration Required (free or by donation):
Emily Dickinson Museum
Accessibility:
- 1-mile route on paved sidewalks (some uneven terrain)
- Drive-to option for cemetery finale (park behind Zanna’s)
Honor Emily: Donate to have a daisy placed at her grave in your loved one’s name.
