One of the languages for creative spirits has always been poetry. People who can touch us emotionally with their words are better known as poets. This is a talent, and one that should continue to be taught and encouraged. Two of the better known poetry foundations are the National Poetry Foundation, and The Poetry Foundation. These organizations have monumentally fostered creative talent over the years . The same societies have also been, almost musically instrumental in promoting the art and sounds of poetry.
The National Poetry Foundation has been known for their decade conferences on poetry from different eras. This group has worked closely with the University of Maine’s English Department. The NPF has an immense assortment of poetry writings. The National Poetry Foundation and The Academy of American Poets worked closely together. A key player, Mrs. Marie Bullock, believed that everyone had a right to express their opinions artistically. She believed that poetry held no place for prejudice of style, or thought. These societies began speaking out in public forums based in the New York City area. The NPF is known for scholarly journals and continued the tradition of novel and original ideology with poetic verse into the modern world. The NPF also began a program that offered free poetry lesson plans for high school teachers.
The Poetry Foundation is a fully independent writing organization. Involved in a multitude of various works, the Poetry Foundation was started in Chicago, Illinois. Around the turn of the century, Poetry magazine began, founded by Harriet Monroe. This is one of the longstanding monthly magazines dedicated to poetry written in English. They encourage independent styles and prose. They are dedicated to making poetry available to everyone. The Poetry Foundation has several programs which focus on getting children involved with poetry early in life. They have a phenomenal amount of online and educational materials available. This foundation publishes modern, current day articles related to poetry. There is definitely something for everyone. Their goal is to extend the reach of poetry to every individual and people group. The Poetry Foundation will soon have an open house for an actual building dedicated to poetry.
Poetry is a true art form. With words and verse, one can influence the world. Poetry is universally, eloquently, ageless and uniquely individual. Due to these foundations, poetry’s reach has extended across borders, cultures, and times. Poetry is…individual, fluid words in motion.