Launched by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996, National Poetry Month is a special occasion that celebrates poets’ integral role in our culture and that poetry matters. Over the years, it has become the largest literary celebration in the world, with tens of millions of readers, students, K–12 teachers, librarians, booksellers, literary events curators, publishers, families, and—of course—poets, marking poetry’s important place in our lives.
To check out some of the library system's books of poetry for all ages, search our online catalog (https://tinyurl.com/mrv97733) or speak with a staff member at any of our locations for assistance.