Submissions for the 22nd MHL Teen Poetry Contest will be open from January 26, 2026 through March 6, 2026. The poetry reception will be held Monday, April 14th at 7:00 pm at Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street, Andover, MA 01810.

• Here is more information about the contest:

  • Teens in grades 6 - 12 are welcome to submit up to 3 original poems for consideration
    
    
  • Students do not have to live in Andover or attend Andover Public Schools to participate, but winners must be able to come into Memorial Hall Library to claim their prizes.
    
    
  • Poems in other languages are welcome but we ask that students provide their own English translation.
    
    
  • If you have any questions please contact Teen Services Librarian Anna or Renata at ya@mhl.org or 978-623-8432.