Lincoln Symposium to honor John G. Neihardt

In case you missed this notice in the Lincoln Journal Star. A Feb. 10 symposium in Lincoln will explore the life and literature of Nebraska's (and Bancroft's) John Neihardt. Neihardt, who died in 1973, is best known for his book "Black Elk Speaks." He wrote scores of poems, stories, and essays about the Great Plains, science, spirituality, Native Americans, and the settlement of the American West. The symposium hosts are the University of Nebraska Press and the Center for Great Plains Studies. The free event will be held at the center, 1155 Q street from 10 am to 3 pm. Registration is required by Monday. Register online at http://www.unl.edu/plains/neihardt-symposium or call 402-472-3964.