In 1923, Oregon established a state poet laureate position, which is currently held by Ellen Waterston, who was appointed to a four-year term in 2024.
Poetry Near You
Find poetry readings, workshops, festivals, conferences, literary organizations, and poetry-friendly bookstores, and learn more about poets laureate, in your area.
Recent & Featured Listings
| Type | Title | State |
|---|---|---|
| Festival | Oregon Shakespeare Festival | Oregon |
| Colony | Oregon Writers' Colony | Oregon |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Annie Blooms Books | Oregon |
| Writing Program | University of Oregon | Oregon |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | The Bookloft | Oregon |
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