Erin Brockovich to Speak in Fort Wayne in 2027
The activist will headline the Jonathan Hancock Lecture Series at the Arts United Center on February 23, 2027.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Lecture and Seminars
Live Poll
Would you attend a local community lecture series featuring a nationally recognized speaker?
Canterbury School has announced that legal activist Erin Brockovich will serve as the keynote speaker for the upcoming Jonathan Hancock Lecture Series. The event is scheduled to take place at the Arts United Center in Fort Wayne on February 23, 2027.
Why it matters
The lecture series aims to bring prominent voices to the local community to engage in public discourse. Proceeds from the ticket sales will support the Little River Wetlands Project, a local conservation effort.
The event venue, the Arts United Center, is located at 303 E. Main St. and will host the program in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne.
The players
Erin Brockovich
A well-known consumer advocate and legal activist who gained national prominence for her work involving water contamination cases.
Canterbury School
A private, independent college-preparatory school based in Fort Wayne that organizes the annual Jonathan Hancock Lecture Series.
Little River Wetlands Project
A local non-profit organization dedicated to restoring and protecting wetlands within the Fort Wayne area.
Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne
A philanthropic organization that supports local projects and serves as a partner for community-based educational initiatives.
The details
The event is organized by Canterbury School and focuses on bringing notable speakers to the city. Ticket sales are scheduled to provide direct funding for local environmental initiatives managed by the Little River Wetlands Project.
Timeline
Tickets for the lecture event will go on sale in December 2026.
The lecture event will be held on Feb. 23, 2027.
Industry Dynamics
This event continues the historical tradition of the Jonathan Hancock Lecture Series in hosting prominent guest speakers for the public. It reflects the broader trend of educational institutions leveraging high-profile keynotes to engage the community and drive philanthropic support.
Local residents can purchase tickets for the event starting in December 2026 to attend the lecture in person at the Arts United Center. The event provides an opportunity for the public to engage with a well-known activist while supporting local conservation.
The takeaway
Attending the lecture allows community members to participate in a significant local educational program while directly funding environmental restoration. Those interested in attending should monitor upcoming announcements in late 2026 for specific ticket release dates.
Further reading
Learn more about upcoming cultural events in the area by visiting the Lecture and Seminars section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 21alivenews.
Live Poll
Would you attend a local community lecture series featuring a nationally recognized speaker?
