Napa Center for Thought and Culture
May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
$32
Napa Center for Thought & Culture Presents: A Conversation with National Geographic Explorer in Residence Tara Roberts
Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Location: CIA at Copia, Napa, CA
Doors Open: 5:30 PM | Program Begins: 6:00 PM | Book Signing to Follow
Join National Geographic Explorer in Residence Tara Roberts for an extraordinary evening as she shares the powerful journey behind her memoir, Written in the Waters: A Memoir of History, Home, and Belonging.
When Tara first encountered a photograph of Black scuba divers exploring slave shipwrecks, she felt an undeniable pull to uncover their stories. That moment launched her on a global quest—from the shores of Senegal and South Africa to the waters of St. Croix and beyond—diving into the depths of history, identity, and belonging.
As the first Black female explorer to grace the cover of National Geographic and the 2022 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year, Tara’s work brings history to the surface—both literally and figuratively. Through deeply personal storytelling and historical reflection, she invites audiences to consider the resilience of the human spirit, the significance of remembrance, and the power of discovery.
Her journey also featured in the acclaimed National Geographic podcast Into the Depths, has captivated audiences worldwide. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Tara’s inspiring story firsthand.
A book signing will follow the program.
