# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest seeks creative writers to submit a short poem that represents and celebrates Southwest Michigan. Topics can include, but are not limited to, geographical features, industry, community, historical landmarks and events, favorite vacation locations, and seasonal changes. For the purposes of this contest, “Southwest Michigan” is defined as the counties of Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren. One entry per contestant. Entries must be original and have been created in 2026.

The deadline to enter is Friday, April 17. For complete rules and entry form, please visit: northberrienhistory.org/poetry-contest

This contest is a collaboration between the North Berrien Historical Museum, Visit Southwest Michigan, Coloma Public Library, and Watervliet District Library.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/coloma/2026-southwest-michigan-poetry-contest/200029865534841
- **Event Categories**: contests, art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Coloma
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 300 Coloma Ave, Coloma, MI, United States, Michigan 49038
- **lat**: 42.18146
- **long**: -86.31272
- **full address**: 300 Coloma Ave, Coloma, MI, United States, Michigan 49038

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest takes place on Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 300 Coloma Ave, Coloma, MI, United States, Michigan 49038.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest?
  - **A:** 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest is organized by North Berrien Historical Museum.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Coloma, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 2026 Southwest Michigan Poetry Contest sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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