Join the Academy of American Poets for this star-studded celebration supporting poetry education nationwide. Free and open to all.
Poetry & the Creative Mind is presented by the Academy of American Poets. Featuring: Ada Limón (host), Christine Baranski, Danielle Deadwyler, Terrance Hayes, Rashid Johnson, Stephen King, Tony Kushner, Fran Lebowitz, Lawrence O’Donnell, Morgan Spector, and more.
This celebratory broadcast features actors, artists, and leaders from across the arts and honors poetry's important place in our society and its impact on the lives of readers.
Poetry & the Creative Mind raises funds in support of the Academy of American Poets' educational programs, which serve over 100,000 K–12 students each year. Please consider a donation to support poetry education. Donors making a contribution of $60 and up will receive our exclusive National Poetry Month tote bag, featuring the artwork from the official National Poetry Month poster.
Donors at the $500 level and above receive special benefits as part of the Producers Circle. To learn more, and to learn about corporate sponsorship opportunities, visit the Event Producers page.
Your generous contribution is a tax-deductible investment in the programs and publications of the Academy of American Poets, a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit.