National Poets Day
About National Poets Day
When is National Poets Day? This holiday is always observed on August 21
The world is filled with aspiring artists, in particular those who want to become world-renowned poets. Just about everyone is exposed to poetry in high school. In class, young future poets compose their first limericks and haikus. Some students are instilled with a fervor to pursue a career in this field. National Poets Day recognizes and celebrates both aspiring and accomplished poets. On this August 21 holiday, we recognize these artists and show appreciation for their work.
Being a poet is a difficult career field. Fame is fleeting and earning a living is a difficult task. Like other art fields, fame and fortune are all too often attained only after the artist is dead. And only a few again national or worldwide recognition. That’s not much of an incentive for those who choose this field. As a result, we encourage you to use this day to encourage poets and support them financially.
Did You Know? Poetry is one of the oldest forms of communication. It dates back to pre-historic times.
How to Celebrate and Participate in National Poets Day
Here are some ideas on how you can celebrate National Poets Day:
- Are you America’s next great poet? Write some poetry and find out.
- Read or send poetry to someone.
- Read romantic poetry to that special someone.
- Go to a poetry reading.
- Learn more about your favorite poet.
- Experienced, accomplished artists can inspire and teach aspiring artists.
- Find ways to financially support poets, especially early in their career.
Today's Quote
“Genuine poetry can communicate before it is understood.” – – T.S. Eliot
History and Origin of National Poets Day
National Poet’s Day originated in the United Kingdom. In 1994, British entrepreneur, publisher, and philanthropist William Sieghart created this holiday. While it is a British national holiday, people celebrate it around the world.
This Day in History
Besides National Poets Day, here are some other things that happened on this August 21 holiday:
- Thieves steal the Mona Lisa from the Louvre in Paris, France. It is recovered in 1913. (1911)
- A “Message in a bottle” put into the sea by the UK Marine Biological Association washes ashore on a beach in Amrom, Germany 108 years later. (2015)
- We celebrate the birth of singer and actor Kenny Rogers, born on this day in 1938.
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