9/25-26 Poetry Train

The 5h Annual Poetry Downtown Festival honors John Trudell from September 23 - 28, 2025!

September 25

11.00 – 12.00 am (Lecture) I AM RED

While travelling along the Colorado River, one of the world’s great waterways activist ….. weaves poetic reflection with urgent truths about this vital river and its uncertain future.

1.00 – 4.00 pm (Workshop) Earth, Wind and Fire

Discover how to authentically integrate the essence of your DNA and the elements of the earth into your
creative work—both literally and figuratively.

7.00 – 8.00 pm (Conversation) 75 years Utah State Poetry Society

In a unique multi-generational conversation, three members of the Utah State Poetry Society —including the youngest at just 14 years old— will reflect on the legacy of John Trudell. Each poet will also read a poem honoring John Trudell.

8.00 – 11.00 pm (Doc Night) Remembering John Trudell

For other great movies and documentaries goto www.johntrudell.com/film
I. Trudell
Directed by Heather Rae (2005 – 1h 19 min.)
A chronicle of poet/activist John Trudell’s travels,
spoken word performances and politics.
II. RUMBLE: The Indians Who Rocked the World
Directed by Catherine Bainbridge (2017 – 1h 43 min.)
A documentary about the role of Native Americans in popular music history.

September 26

10.00 – 12.00 pm (Workshop) Spiritual Depth and Wisdom

John Trudell emphasized reconnecting with the Earth and its interconnectedness with all life. In this workshop, you’ll learn to create authentic, timeless, and transcendent poetry.

1.00 – 4.00 pm (Workshop) Zine Making

Artist Erik van Loon teach the poets, artist, musicians, writers and others on the Poetry Train how to make the first Poetry Train Zine in history.