West Virginia Poetry Contest Invites Students To Celebrate America250
A statewide poetry contest is giving West Virginians a creative way to mark America’s 250th birthday.
West Virginians will have a creative way to join the America250 celebration through a statewide poetry contest tied to the nation’s 250th birthday.
The contest gives students and community members a chance to reflect on history, place and civic memory through original writing. In a state with a deep storytelling tradition, poetry is a fitting way to connect the milestone to local voices.
History Through Local Voices
America250 observances are expected to bring together museums, schools, artists and historic sites across the country. A writing contest adds a personal layer, encouraging participants to think about what the anniversary means in their own towns and families.
For West Virginia, the effort can also spotlight the state’s literary talent and its long tradition of preserving history through speech, song and story.
Source: WBOY-TV.
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