Guild
LITERARY COMPLEX
FOUNDED IN 1989
“An artist’s duty, as far as I’m concerned, is to reflect the times.” – Nina Simone
The Guild Literary Complex recognizes the power of words to bring people together and transform communities. We continue to champion storytelling as a force for change.
Your support helps us nurture diverse voices, amplify stories that shape our culture, and keep literary arts accessible to all across Chicago.
Help us raise $35,000 for 35 years of inclusive literary programming at a time when words matter most.
**A donation of $100 or more will receive a copy of Powerlines and a Guild tote bag!**
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The Guild Literary Complex is a 35-year-old grassroots literary arts organization creating performance-based events in and around the Chicagoland area.
We partner and collaborate with other community groups on social and restorative justice issues, providing arts and advocacy programming for marginalized voices.
GUILD NEWS:
A Letter From Our Executive Director
It’s been a good year. Our season started with the Poetry Foundation celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Powerlines anthology. This was an important book at the time, celebrating the […]
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