About Black Poetry Day

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Dates of Black Poetry Day

2026 USA Saturday, October 17thBlack Poetry Day

2025 USA Friday, October 17thBlack Poetry Day

2024 USA Thursday, October 17thBlack Poetry Day

2023 USA Tuesday, October 17thBlack Poetry Day

2022 USA Monday, October 17thBlack Poetry Day

Summary

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Black Poetry Day

A day to recognize the contribution of black poets to American life and culture and to honor Jupiter Hammon, the first black in America to publish his own verse.

Formerly called National Black Music Month, this celebration of African-American musical contributions is re-established annually by presidential proclamation.

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