Press Releases

Recognizing poets for achievement in craft, criticism, and service to the literary arts.

Celebrating past and future poetry legends with a fresh lineup of poetry events, a new exhibition on Poetry magazine’s founder, and more.

Honoring five outstanding young poets with more than $135,000 in prizes

Munjuluri Receives a $20,000 Prize as Champion

Bringing poetry and the legacy of Gwendolyn Brooks to more Chicagoans

Award-winning Poet, Youth Educator, Musician, Artist and Activist 
 

Watch High School Students Compete for $20,000 Grand Prize May 9-10, 2023

A new exhibition, fresh poetry events, and more celebrating collaborations with poets

Starting January 23, Jackson will guide listeners through different perspectives of our surrounding world with a curated poem each weekday.