Poetry Out Loud 2026 National Champion is Announced!
April was truly a month of poetry and celebration. On April 27-29, student champions from each state and jurisdictions competed…

April was truly a month of poetry and celebration. On April 27-29, student champions from each state and jurisdictions competed…
Are you looking for a way to collect and organize your poems into a manuscript that might one day be…
The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop at Haymarket House,…
The Chicago Poetry Center is now in its 8th year as Chicagoland Regional Host Organization for the national youth poetry…
In early 2025 as organizations across the United States felt pressure to amend their values and missions, in particular where…
Our silent auction is open for bids! We’re excited to be auctioning dozens of great bundles ranging in interest, all…
From February through June of 2025, the Chicago Poetry Center is offering free online Critical Conversations: Anti-Racism sessions open to…
The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop at Haymarket House,…
For nearly ten years, the Chicago Poetry Center has partnered with the Illinois Arts Council as the Chicagoland Regional host for…
Looking for a way to devote time and energy to your poetry without the distractions of your busy life? Apply…
The Chicago Poetry Center is pleased to serve in its 8th year as the Chicagoland Regional Host Organization for the national Poetry…
The Chicago Poetry Center Board invites you to join us at Bigger Table: Write & Give Back – a thematic writing fundraiser series to…
The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop at Haymarket House,…