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 |
|---|---|---|
| Writing Program | Pacific University | Oregon |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Cannon Beach Book Company | Oregon |
| Literary Magazine | Born Magazine | Oregon |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Grass Roots Books | Oregon |
| Literary Magazine | Burnside Review | Oregon |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Paper Moon Bookstore | Oregon |
| Literary Magazine | Open Spaces | Oregon |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Powell's Burnside | Oregon |
| Literary Magazine | Calyx | Oregon |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Powell's Cedar Hills | Oregon |
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