Black Mountain Institute

The Black Mountain Institute (BMI) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, is an international literary center that brings the literary imagination into the heart of public life. They offer a variety of events such as readings and conversations, free and open to all, fostering a literary community. BMI provides opportunities like competitive residential fellowships for writers and the City of Asylum program, offering safe haven to persecuted writers. They are also involved in publishing through Rainmaker Editions, Witness, and Interim. For local Las Vegas residents interested in literary arts and culture, BMI’s events and programs are a valuable resource.