GBH Special Outspoken - 250 Years of Unfinished Sentences

GBH is proud to present a special America 250 edition of Outspoken, designed to bridge the gap between 18th‑century revolutionary ideals and 21st‑century “Artivism.”

Curated by Amanda Shea, Outspoken transforms the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library’s Newsfeed Café into a high‑energy, immersive performance space for a powerful evening of conversation and spoken word.

This Artivist Panel Discussion brings together historians and activists Dart Adams and Jalyse Ware in a moderated conversation with Amanda Shea centered on 250 Years of Unfinished Sentences—exploring our ancestor stories 250 years ago and how spoken word functions today as a tool for liberation.

Following the panel, local poets will take the stage to share their art and voices, continuing the dialogue through performance.

Guests are invited to stay, connect, and enjoy the vibe. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase at the Newsfeed Café throughout the event. Join us for this engaging and thought‑provoking evening.



Registration is encouraged for this free event.

Limited seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. If you require a seat, we encourage you to arrive before the start time of this event. 

Location: The GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library is located at 700 Boylston St. at the corner of Exeter Street inside the Newsfeed Café.

Parking: Limited metered parking is available in the area. We recommend taking public transportation when possible. MBTA’s Copley stop on the Green Line and Back Bay stop on the Orange Line are located nearby. Visit http://mbta.com/ to plan your trip on public transportation.

Concessions: Food and drink is available for purchase at the Newsfeed Café. Outside food is not permitted.

Covid Safety: Please review the BPL’s Event COVID-19 Safety information here.

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Photo credit: Amanda Shea

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Do you need any additional accommodations that we should be made aware of to participate in this event? If so, please contact us a minimum of one week in advanced of the event. We will do our best to accommodate your request. Reach us during regular business hours M-F, 9am-5pm at 617-300-3300 or via email: [email protected].



If you have questions or can no longer attend, please contact Audience and Member Services Department. Audience and Member Services can be reached during regular business hours M-F, 9am-5pm at phone: 617-300-3300 or via email: [email protected]