Utah State Poetry Society

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Nurturing those with a desire to write Poetry

Poetry Shared - Life Shared

The Utah State Poetry Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the creation and appreciation of poetry. While the major activities focus on writing, members are encouraged to read and listen to highly regarded poetry from the past as well as to a wide range of contemporary poetry.

If you are a lover of poetry and/or an aspiring poet, you will be rewarded in many ways by membership in the Utah State Poetry Society.

Why Join?

Opportunities to Share

Submit to UTSPS annual contest and member poetry anthology, Panorama.

Educational Opportunities

Participate in Workshops and critiques by qualified poets.

Receive Newsletters

Receive the National Federation of State Poetry Societies quarterly newsletter.

We're Alive! Check out our upcoming Events!

2026 Spring Poetry Festival

April 24-25, 2026

The Residence Inn by Mariott
1290 S University Ave, Provo
UT 84601

Spring Festival Registration Form

Spring Festival Program

Poetry Contests

2026 Annual Poetry Contest

The National Federation of State Poetry Societies' Annual Poetry Contest for 2026

Current Information

For over 70 years the Utah State Poetry Society has been an organization dedicated to the creation and appreciation of poetry.

‍Sponsored by C. Cameron Johns, the first president, six charter members founded the Utah State Poetry Society on May 6, 1950. On October 18, 1963, the Society was incorporated under the laws of the State of Utah.