Write253 is excited to host our first summer poetry and spoken word camp for teens: *DOWNTOWN POETS*. The camp will take place *August 6-23 (M-Th) *from *10am-3:30pm* at the Washington State History Museum. Each day will feature writing and performance workshops with local poets, field trips, and lunch. Poets and spoken word artists at all levels of interest are encouraged to register. Space is limited, so don't delay! - The camp is open to poets ages 13-18, up to rising seniors. - Camp is free and lunch will be provided. All necessary materials will be provided. - Each day will contain writing and performance workshops, and some days will contain field trips that require guardian approval. - We are doing our best to ensure geographic, racial, and gender diversity and equity among our campers. Poets from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to register. - Camp will start each day promptly at 10am. We will finish at 3:30pm. If you are unable to attend the camp for the entire duration, please let us know on your registration form. - If you have any questions, please contact Michael Haeflinger at michael@write253.com Thank you to Rotary 8, Graduate Tacoma, and the Washington State History Museum for their generous support.