Lectures and Conversations

Lectures, Readings, Conversations

Klinkhart Hall hosts special lectures and events that bring literature, history, and contemporary voices into conversation.

From Oscar Wilde lectures to intimate readings and talks with notable guests, these gatherings create a space for ideas to connect and resonate.

Previous Events

Oscar Wilde Now

March 10, 2023
Celebrating Oscar Wilde's August 11, 1882 visit to Sharon Springs, NY

Oscar Wilde in America

July 21, 2022
Celebrating Oscar Wilde's August 11, 1882 lecture in Sharon Springs, NY
Paula Petry

2020 Klinkhart Conversations

December 16, 2019
“Behind the Cover — Before the Lens: A Mother’s Awakening”, with Dr. Paula Petry and story teller & filmmaker Lurenda…
Francesca Zambello

2019 Klinkhart Conversations

October 2, 2019
Klinkhart Hall Arts Center presents Francesca Zambello in conversation with Paul Muldoon (November 18, 2019).
Bob Gasparini

2018 Lecture Series

March 2, 2019
August 17, 2018 On Friday, August 17 Bob Gasparini, Sharon Springs resident and former President and Chief Scientific Officer of…
Kat Kinsman

2017 Lecture Series

March 2, 2017
Featuring Paul Muldoon, Jean Hanff Korelitz, Nancy DiPace Pfau, Dr. Richard Pfau, Kat Kinsman, and Dr. J.B. Goss.
↑

Klinkhart Hall Arts Center’s programs are made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Fenimore logo

Most of our events are free to attend, but they are not cost-free to produce.
You can help the nonprofit Klinkhart Hall Arts Center continue to bring the Sharon Springs Poetry Festival and other quality events to our community by making a donation.

Join Us

Subscribe to receive news, stories, and upcoming events.

© 2026 Klinkhart Hall Arts Center. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.