Live Storytelling

The Wren's Nest would not exist without stories. They're at the heart of our history and mission.

The Brer Rabbit stories that made Joel Chandler Harris a famous author in his time are part of a long tradition of oral folklore, particularly in African American and Native American cultures.

For decades, The Wren's Nest has presented a weekly storytelling hour on Saturdays, allowing visitors to hear the tales in the spirit of their original form.

Professional storytelling artists perform these sessions: Chetter Galloway, Gwendolyn Napier, Josie Bailey, Deborah Strahorn, and Christine Arinze Samuel. All of them bring a unique style to their craft, making the old stories come to life for people of all ages. With their talents, we share the stories that entertained, inspired, and taught so many (including Joel Chandler Harris) and introduce them to new audiences.

Wren's Nest storytellers are affiliated with local/regional/national groups such as the Kuumba Storytellers of Georgia, the Georgia Storytelling Network, the National Association of Black Storytellers, and Toastmasters International, and they regularly perform for audiences across metro Atlanta, Georgia, and the Southeast, from local schools and libraries to large festivals and conferences.

We are honored to provide a platform for their talents each week at the Wren's Nest to bring folktales from across the globe to life. If you would like to have a storyteller visit your classroom or organization, please contact us.