Pratt Insiders Events

Throughout the year, the Insiders are invited to join us for events at the Library and around the city that highlight the unique work of the Library and provide special opportunities to engage with Baltimore’s thought leaders.

Past events include evenings with authors and speakers like Karamo Brown, Amber Ruffin, and more.

Upcoming Events

Join us for exclusive events and Q&A sessions with acclaimed authors and speakers.

We hope to see you at the Pratt soon! 

Insiders Reception with Tom Colicchio

Thursday, October 23 at 6 pm

Pratt Insiders are invited to a reception with James Beard Award-winning chef and author of Think Link a Chef. At the public program, Colicchio will be joined in conversation with WYPR’s Tom Hall to discuss the 25th anniversary edition of his groundbreaking cookbook. Invitations will be emailed in late August. Members should email insiders@prattlibrary.org if they’d like to attend.

Insiders Reception with Kardea Brown

Friday, November 14 at 6 pm

Food Network star and best-selling author Kardea Brown will join members for a reception prior to the public program. Brown’s new cookbook Make Do WIth What You Have blends her heritage, practicality, and joy into every recipe, inspiring home cooks to create delicious meals using everyday ingredients. She will be joined in conversation with Karsonya Wise Whitehead, host of Today with Dr. Kaye on WEAA 88.9FM. Invitations will be emailed in September.

For more information about Pratt Insiders events or to make a gift to the Library, contact Chris Lewis, Individual and Corporate Giving Manager. Chris may be reached at (410) 396-5275 or clewis@prattlibrary.org.