Our events, classes, and seminars bring the community together to hear, learn, and discuss the most compelling issues and ideas of our day. We hope you will join us in our community space and bookstore at 716 SE Grand Avenue, Portland, OR, online, and at partnering venues across Portland and Oregon.
Literary Arts is pleased to present New York Times bestselling author Patti Smith for An Evening of Songs & Stories, featuring a live performance and conversation about her new memoir, Bread of Angels.  About the book: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A radiant new
Literary Arts is pleased to present George Saunders as the first speaker of the 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series. Please note: a subscription to the entire 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series is required to attend this event. Click here to subscribe.
Literary Arts is pleased to present Ayad Akhtar as part of the 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series. Please note: a subscription to the entire 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series is required to attend this event. Click here to subscribe.
On October 29, 2026, Literary Arts presents #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Lewis, in conversation about his new book.
This December, The Moth’s anticipated Mainstage season comes to Portland in partnership with Literary Arts. One foot in front of another… Join The Moth this fall for TIGHTROPE, an evening
Literary Arts is pleased to present Isabel Wilkerson as part of the 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series. Please note: a subscription to the entire 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series is required to attend this event. Click here to subscribe.
Literary Arts is pleased to present Ben Rhodes as part of the 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series. Please note: a subscription to the entire 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series is required to attend this event. Click here to subscribe.
Literary Arts is pleased to present New York Times bestselling author Louise Erdrich at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on March 18, 2027.  Her appearance will conclude months of engaging programs and events through Multnomah
Literary Arts is pleased to present Kiran Desai as the final speaker of the 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series. Please note: a subscription to the entire 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series is required to attend this event. Click here to subscribe.
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