Civitella Ranieri Foundation

The Civitella Ranieri Foundation “Nature of Wonder” workshop will be held from November 15 to November 24 at the 15th-century Civitella Ranieri Castle in Umbria, Italy. The workshop features writing sessions, craft lectures, and excursions to museums, local towns, religious sites, and natural settings for poets. The faculty includes poets David Baker, Camille Dungy, and Linda Gregerson. Residents are provided with a private apartment that includes a bedroom, kitchenette, bathroom, and studio. The full cost of the workshop, which covers lodging, excursion fees, and daily lunch and dinner, is $4,500. There is a reduced fee for residents staying in double-occupancy rooms. Travel costs are not included. To apply, submit 10 pages of poetry and a cover letter by June 1. There is no application fee. Visit the website for an application form and more information.

Accessibility accommodations include accessible transportation to and from the Civitella Ranieri Castle as well as on its grounds; accessible doorways; accessible event spaces; and accessible bathrooms. Contact the program assistant via phone or e-mail for additional accessibility details.