Programs
The Poetry Foundation’s programs seek to amplify poetry as an expansive art form, creating new audiences for poetry and fostering engagement with poetry lovers of all ages.
Featured Programs
- ProgramPoetry Foundation, National Museum of Mexican Art, various locations in Humboldt Park, and various locations in Albany Park.
Free poetry festival with bilingual Spanish and English events and activities in River North, Pilsen, Humboldt Park, and Albany Park.
- ProgramDePaul University Schmitt Academic Center
Free Poetry Education Opportunity for K-12 Teachers and Community College Instructors
- Program
National Arts Education Program and Poetry Recitation Competition for High School Students
Partners
The Poetry Foundation works with community and arts partners in Chicago and beyond to offer programs and initiatives that support poetry in all its diversity.
PartnerThe Chicago Poetry Center
Connects people and poetry, equitably engages poets with communities, and advances creative literacy.
PartnerIllinois Humanities
Host of the Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards.
PartnerThe Slowdown
A poem and a moment of reflection in one short podcast, every weekday.
PartnerChicago Poet Laureate
Partnership of the Poetry Foundation, Chicago Public Library, and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.