2026-27 Nebraska Youth Poet Laureate Finals Ceremony
Schedule
Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center | Omaha, NE
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Join us for an inspiring evening as five talented young poets compete for the title of Nebraska Youth Poet Laureate. 🗓️ 6 p.m. Saturday, April 11
đź“Ť Samuel Bak Museum, 2289 S 67th St., Omaha
The National Youth Poet Laureate (YPL) Competition, championed by Urban Word, identifies influential youth poets with a history of artistic success, civic and community engagement, social justice initiatives, and leadership.
This program is supported by Civic Nebraska and World Speaks.
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PROGRAM DETAILS
The Nebraska Writers Collective has named Youth Poets Laureate since 2021. These young people receive resources and opportunities to share their work and expand their impact within their community.
The 2026-27 Nebraska Youth Poet Laureate will receive:
▪ $1,000—up to $2,000—towards a community engagement project of their design
â–Ş Year-long guidance from a creative and civic mentor
â–Ş A chapbook under the NWC Press
â–Ş At least six public readings in Nebraska
â–Ş Eligibility to participate in the regional and national YPL competitions
Learn more at newriters.org/YPL.
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Where is it happening?
Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center, 2281 S 67th St, Omaha, NE 68106-2809, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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