Indigenous Voices Series: Elise Paschen
Osage author of Blood Wolf Moon writes about her heritages in both buffalo country and urban settings
FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026
7:00 PM
$20
LITERARY ARTS – Programmed by Denise Low
Indigenous Voices Series: Elise Paschen
June 12, 2026
The distinguished former director of the Poetry Society of America will share readings and stories about her famous mother Maria Tallchief, a prima ballerina, travels in Europe, and Osage culture. The film Killers of the Flower Moon takes its title from Paschen’s poem “Wi’-gi-e,” which references late springtime frosts in the Osage lunar cycle. Her new book Blood Wolf Moon is named for her birth month and suggests its Osage themes. She was raised in Chicago and returns to Oklahoma’s Osage reservation for annual dances.
This talented poet walks in two worlds as she writes about the 1920’s Reign of Terror in Oklahoma and contemporary Osage life in the 21st century. Her work combines emotional intensity and unrelenting questing for the translation of identity. She will read, discuss the book with literary programmer Denise Low, and respond to audience questions. Buffalo-themed appetizers will be available.
Friday, June 12, 7:00 PM
$0.00 – $20.00
Things to Know
Our Venue
THE 222 is a small intimate venue. All seats are very good and have a clear view of the stage.
Seating for this event is general open seating club style with round tables that seat four people.
We are located at 222 Healdsburg Ave. Healdsburg, CA 95448 (707) 473-9152
Run Time
Approximately 120 minutes (no intermission)
Accessibility
THE 222 is all on ground level. There are no steps. All facilities are ADA compliant. Public parking is available on the north side of the building and along Healdsburg Ave. and Center St.
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Age Recommendation
We recommend this performance for ages 10 and up. Children under 5 are not admitted.
Content Advisory
This performance has no content advisory and is suitable for all audiences.
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