"Inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996, National Poetry Month is now held every April, when schools, publishers, libraries, booksellers, and poets throughout the United States band together to celebrate poetry and its vital place in American culture. Thousands of organizations participate through readings, festivals, book displays, workshops, and other events. | What is National Poetry Month?: Frequently asked questions about NPM. |
 | 30 Ways to Celebrate: A month's worth of poetry activities that any community can take part in."* *Click Here For Full Text |
