Why Join the Poetry Society Virginia?
As the official statewide poetry organization for the state of Virginia, we host and support readings, conferences, festivals, literary competitions and other literary activities with our valued partners.
We welcome you to join PSV’s mission to encourage excellent writing and inspire a greater appreciation of poetry.
What we do
Historically, PSV vets and shortlists poets to recommend to Virginia’s governor for Virginia Poet Laureate. PSV’s vital role in this process was approved and passed by the Virginia General Assembly and is included in Virginia state code.
As a community, PSV members across the state enjoy gathering:
- to honor and celebrate winners of our Annual Contests
- for featured poet readings and workshops
- at PSV’s annual May literary festival
- for an annual PSV tradition: a holiday reading in Williamsburg, Virginia
- to connect through a wide array of poetry events and programs
We’re organized into seven regions across Virginia, each with an elected Vice President leading programming and activities for each region. Virtual and in-person regional programs connect audiences with living poets sharing original poetry.
Discover opportunities to help us build a responsive, thriving 21st century poetry organization.
Our Membership Chair will be happy to help with your questions about membership or joining.
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