The City of Fresno is looking for a new Poet Laureate. The Fresno Arts Council announced on Tuesday that it is now accepting nominations for the position, which will serve from 2025 to 2027.
The selected poet will play a key role in promoting awareness and appreciation of the local literary arts and humanities. The Poet Laureate will serve as a spokesperson for Fresno’s literary community and have several important duties, including:
Celebrating and representing Fresno’s history and diversity
Promoting the city’s artistic achievements
Participating in community ceremonies, educational events, and cultural activities
The position is honorary and has a two-year term. The seventh Fresno Poet Laureate will serve from April 2025 to March 2027.
To be eligible, nominees must be local residents and distinguished poets. Detailed information about eligibility, expectations, and how to submit a nomination can be found on the Fresno Arts Council website.
Submissions will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on January 24, 2025. An independent committee will review the nominations in February 2025, and the new Poet Laureate will be announced in April 2025.
