Autumn in Spring

The Autumn House board and staff, and the Autumn in Spring Committee look forward to hosting you for the 21st anniversary of our beloved gala, Autumn in Spring, on May 3, 2027, at 5:30 pm at the Duquesne Club for an evening of conversations, cocktails, and comestibles!

This special evening unites Pittsburgh’s philanthropic and literary circles, featuring notable Pittsburghers sharing their favorite poems and reflecting on the universal power of language. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cocktail reception before the reading, and live music.

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2026 Autumn in Spring Event Recap 

2026 marked the 20th anniversary of our beloved fundraiser, Autumn in Spring, held once again at the Duquesne Club and featuring poetry readings by four notable Pittsburghers—Rebecca Haywood, Dr. Kathy Humphrey, Adam W. McKinney, and Adriana E. Ramírez—alongside AHP author, Sam Hazo.

President Ken Gormley of Duquesne University served as emcee, guiding the evening with warmth and humor. Many guests remarked that this twentieth anniversary of Autumn in Spring was its best yet: a rousing, joyful evening reaffirming the power and promise of poetry.

Thanks to the generosity of our corporate sponsors, co-chairs, legacy sustainers, and our 200 guests, Autumn in Spring raised a record $53,525 in 2026. On behalf of Autumn House Press and its Board of Directors, we are truly grateful!

Photos taken by John Colombo Photography

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List of Past Notable Pittsburghers