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A Conversation with Author Gregory Maguire and Publisher Nancy Traversy

Presented by The Umbrella Arts Center at The Umbrella Arts Center, Concord MA

Sep 17 2022
A Conversation with Author Gregory Maguire and Publisher Nancy Traversy

Free, family-friendly discussion with the author of “Wicked” and CEO of multicultural children’s book publisher Barefoot Books, part of Barefoot Books: 30 Years, 30 Artists, in The Umbrella Arts Center

Enjoy a free, family-friendly discussion with Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked, and Nancy Traversy, CEO of the global multicultural children's book publisher, Barefoot Books.

This discussion, followed by a free family crafts-making activity, is associated with the exhibition Barefoot Books: 30 Years, 30 Artists, on view Sep 9-24 at The Umbrella Arts Center at 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA.

This program is part of a month-long celebration of Barefoot Books' 30th anniversary including several free ... view more »

ADMISSION INFO

FREE

Additional time info:

Following the discussion, take time to explore the art exhibition, enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt and make a whimsical flower headpiece inspired by the bestselling book.

LOCATION

The Umbrella Arts Center

40 Stow Street, Concord, MA 01742

PARKING INFO

PARKING

Free parking is usually readily available in municipal parking lots adjacent to building and directly across Stow Street (not normally shown on Google maps), as well as on most surrounding streets. See a map of ADA parking and entrances around The Umbrella here.

TRANSPORTATION

The Umbrella is in Concord Center, easily accessible from the Walden exit of Route 2. The Umbrella is also 2 block walk (about 0.4 mi., 7 minutes) from the Fitchburg Commuter Rail Concord Station stop at 90 Thoreau Street.

COVID-19 Phased Reopening Details

Face Masks Required: No
Social Distancing: No
Limited Capacity: No
Reservations Required: No
Proof of Vaccination Required: No

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