Experience an electrifying evening in Philadelphia as Major Jackson and Kazim Ali take the stage. The American Poetry Review proudly presents an exclusive event featuring KAZIM ALI & MAJOR JACKSON as they celebrate their highly anticipated new books. Don't miss out on this captivating opportunity! Both authors will be in attendance and books will be available for purchase at the event.

Kazim Ali, renowned for his diverse range of literary works, presents his newest masterpiece, Sukun: New and Selected Poems. With a unique blend of poetry and cross-genre texts, Ali's body of work showcases his mastery of multiple genres. From his hybrid memoir, Silver Road: Essays, Maps & Calligraphies, to his memoir of his Canadian childhood, Northern Light, Ali's writing captures the essence of his experiences. Engage with his thought-provoking narratives and join him on a spiritual journey in Fasting for Ramadan: Notes from a Spiritual Practice. Currently a Professor of Literature at the University of California, San Diego, Ali's literary prowess is not to be missed.

Major Jackson, an esteemed poet, presents a collection of his poetic genius in Razzle Dazzle: New & Selected Poems. With six published books of poetry under his belt, including Leaving Saturn which won the Cave Canem Poetry Prize, Jackson's work is consistently praised for its depth and introspection. Immerse yourself in his poetic universe and explore his exceptional volumes, such as Roll Deep and The Absurd Man. Additionally, Jackson's edited volumes, including Best American Poetry 2019 and Renga for Obama, have garnered widespread acclaim. As the Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Chair in the Humanities at Vanderbilt University, Jackson's impact on the literary world is undeniable.

Join us for this extraordinary event on October 20th at the Philadelphia Ethical Society in Rittenhouse Square. Admission is free, and this is an opportunity to witness the creative brilliance of Major Jackson and Kazim Ali up close. Mark your calendars and get ready for an evening of unforgettable poetry and prose.

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When I passed by here at night, I hardly saw anyone, and there was no park-like landscape. It can basically be regarded as a small street garden. However, there are some residential areas around it, so it is also convenient.

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This museum, founded and operated by the University of Pennsylvania, requires a ticket. Since it&#39;s not very popular, the ticket revenue likely only partially covers operating costs. It&#39;s easily accessible by subway or bus, with the subway about a ten-minute walk away. There&#39;s a small garden with a fountain at the entrance. Walk past the garden and into the museum lobby, where the front desk staff scans your ticket before you enter. The Egyptian section on the left is undergoing renovations, and some Egyptian artifacts have been moved to the second floor. The right-hand hall on the first floor begins with the Sumerian civilization of the Mesopotamian region, detailing various artifacts and kingdoms. The domed center hall on the second floor displays artifacts from Asia, particularly China, including two reliefs of the Six Horses from the Zhaoling Mausoleum in Xianyang. Seeing artifacts from my hometown from such a distance is truly moving. The left-hand hall on the second floor features ancient Greek and Roman artifacts. The collection is extensive and densely displayed. The museum itself is small, but its detailed presentation of various ancient civilizations is well worth a visit.

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I feel that the attractions in downtown Philadelphia are really excellent. The historic sites near the Liberty Bell are under the unified management of National Park. Opposite the Liberty Bell is a large visitor center where you can consult Philadelphia&#39;s travel guide. The staff and volunteers here are also very enthusiastic to help give travel advice and answer consultation questions. There is also a small souvenir shop here, where you can buy refrigerator magnets, notebooks, postcards and other related Philadelphia souvenirs.

There are also exhibition explanations in the visitor center. Although it is relatively miniature compared to the museum, it still does not affect the number of tourists here. If you come by car, there is a parking lot in the basement of the Independence Hall Visitor Center for everyone to park. Although parking in the city center of Philadelphia is not very convenient and parking spaces are not easy to find, it is recommended that everyone park in the underground parking lot of the visitor center. If you come during the peak season, you need to apply for the ticket to the Independence Hall at the visitor center first, but I don&rsquo;t know if it is because of the epidemic. You don&rsquo;t need to take a ticket when you come, you can go directly to visit.

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Needless to say, the fame of the Liberty Bell is so great that it feels like it can be a must-visit place in Philadelphia, just like the Independence Palace. It seems that every time I come to Philadelphia, I will repeat the ritual of checking in. The two are very close, just walk across the road. The exhibition hall is open to the public for free, and there is no need to buy tickets. The Independence Palace needs to be booked in advance on the official website, with a ticket booking fee of 1 yuan. The Liberty Bell has an independent exhibition hall for visiting, and the entrance requires security check. You can visit it up close and walk to the Liberty Bell. It was previously possible to circle 360 ​​degrees, but this time it was only open 180 degrees, and the other half was blocked, but the advantage is that you can unlock a Liberty Bell with no one in the background.

The Liberty Bell was originally in the palace of the Independence Palace, and then it was displayed in the memorial hall on the lawn because the bell body cracked. This time, the display stand at the visitor center was also empty. Another knowledge point was that cracks first appeared when it was transported to Philadelphia in 1752, and then after several repairs, there were still cracks, so they gave up repairing it. And it was this bell that rang on July 4, 1776. The Liberty Bell has also been relocated several times. Although the locations of each relocation were not far away, people were still worried that there would be more serious cracks. They also installed a micro-variable displacement sensor on the bell that can test the movement of one millionth of a meter to test whether it is suitable for relocation. Every visit seems to unlock different little knowledge points, which is probably one of the pleasures of traveling.

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Philadelphia was once the capital of the United States, so there is plenty of history, museums, monuments, and sites around the city. The Philadelphia Museum of Art boasts a nice array of exhibits. I visited on a Friday evening after work because museum admission is free Friday evenings (pay what you wish). I did pay for parking at their garage, which was only $5.

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Lots of iconic buildings and landmarks across both sides of the street. You can visit the place in the 100 US$ bill as well, like the final image below.

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