CT Office of the Arts Now Accepting Nominations

Connecticut’s State Troubadour and Poet Laureate are ambassadors of the arts. 

These inspiring artists are nominated by Connecticut residents and evaluated by a peer panel 

for their distinction within their fields, portfolios of work, and contributions to the arts community.

Connecticut State Poet Laureate

The CT State Poet Laureate promotes poetry and literature throughout Connecticut. They are important poetry champions and they work to inspire the next generation of poets and readers.

Responsibilities:

• Serve a three-year term from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028
• Be a Connecticut resident during the full three-year term
• Present up to three public events annually as requested by COA
• Participate in poetry experiences throughout Connecticut

Review the Program Guidelines including Eligibility and Timeline here. 

Nomination Process:

Any Connecticut resident may nominate one eligible poet who embodies the characteristics of the Poet Laureate role. Please note that people cannot nominate themselves and we do not give this award posthumously. 

Meet the Current State Poet Laureate

Learn who has served as the State Poet Laureate in the past

Connecticut State Troubadour

The CT State Troubadour is an ambassador of music and song and promotes cultural literacy. They are important champions of the art form in their community and work to inspire the next generation of singers and songwriters.

Responsibilities:

• Serve a three-year term from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028
• Be a Connecticut resident during the full three-year term
• Present up to three public events annually as requested by COA
• Participate in music experiences throughout Connecticut

Review the Program Guidelines including Eligibility and Timeline here. 

Nomination Process:

Any Connecticut resident may nominateone eligible singer-songwriter who embodies the characteristics of the Troubadour role. Please note that people cannot nominate themselves and we do not give this award posthumously. 

Meet the Current State Troubadour

Learn who has served as the State Troubadour in the past