The Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation mission is to preserve and interpret the home of the late poet, Laura (Riding) Jackson, and to promote literary programs that nurture a passion for the written word.

Laura (Riding) Jackson, widely noted avant-garde poet of the 1920s and 1930s, settled in Indian River County in the latter part of her life in a “cracker” style house built around 1910.  Her home was bequeathed to the Foundation for preservation and restoration, and as a focal point for the study of literature, philosophy and history.  The home is an example of a disappearing architectural style and a symbol of an older, more environmentally sensitive way of life.

In addition to preservation of the Laura (Riding) Jackson home, the Foundation participates as a partner or sponsor for various literary, historical, and educational programs and events.

Learn about exciting 2011-2012 cultural events and reserve your place!

January 31: Memoir Writing Workshop

March 24: Special Engagement Series - Edwidge Danticat and Kent Annan

April 1: National Poetry Month BBQ & Poetry Reading

To learn more about Laura (Riding) Jackson in Florida, watch the Cracker Tales video, "To Let Be and Let Do."

See also the Laura (Riding) Jackson Board of Literary Management.

Photos by Betsy McCain 2008.