Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Joy Harjo Becomes The First Native American U.S. Poet Laureate

Joy Harjo will become the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States, making her the first Native American to hold the position.

A member of the Muskogee Creek Nation, the 68-year-old poet and musician says she bears "the honor on behalf of the people and my ancestors," and aims to serve as an "ambassador" of the art form.

(Image credit: Shawn Miller/Library of Congress)



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