Laura Secord

I love Birmingham despite its failings and inequities, for its amazing greenness, and for the brilliance, bravery, and beauty of its determined, creative and beautiful people.
— Laura Secord

Laura Secord was transplanted from Berkeley, CA to the Magic City in 1976.  She is a poet, spoken word artist, teacher and activist.  She loves Birmingham, despite its many faults and inequities for its green beauty, and of the commitment determination of it's artist and activist community, who continue to teach her the power of creation against all odds.


The Shelter In Magic Reading Series reminds us, although we are doing our part by social distancing, that we can still shelter in the magic of our Magic City...
Ashley Jones