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Our Foundation

The Foundation is dedicated to bringing the power of the spoken word to the heart of our communities. By partnering on local arts and culture projects, we provide a stage for Michigan poetry, with a special focus on the storied works of our past and present Poet Laureates and the unique voices of the Upper Peninsula.

Our Laureates

Meet our current & past laureates

Engage with Words

Connecting the vibrant voices of the North, our foundation brings Michigan poetry to the heart of the community. Explore the legacy of our Poet Laureates and the unique spirit of Upper Peninsula writers through local arts and culture projects. Now, you can join the movement: post your original poems and engage in the comments to support fellow writers across the U.P. or register your own writing group. Try searching for other writers.

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Upper Peninsula Writing Groups