NEA Big Read Kickoff Happy Hour

Folio: The Seattle Athenaeum, in partnership with Humanities Washington and Historylink, present the NEA Big Read 2025! The theme "Where We Live" emphasizes the Pacific Northwest. Set in Spokane, this year's book selection, The Cold Millions, provides an opportunity for dialogue between the two major cities of Seattle and Spokane that frame Washington State.

Stop by Folio: The Seattle Athenaeum for light refreshments and grab your FREE copy of this year's NEA Big Read title The Cold Millions. Author Jess Walter will be at Folio from 4:30 - 5:30 PM to sign books.

Meet fellow readers, and learn about the exciting line-up of free public book discussions, talks, and workshops happening throughout March and April!