Youth and Community Programs

Young Writers Camp participants on the steps of the Sheldon Museum Art

Diana Weis

The Nebraska Writing Project offers a variety of workshops, summer camps, events, and more for community members of all ages! To learn more about each program and when they are held, visit the linked pages.

Programs for Youth

Community Programs

  • Nebraska Warrior Writers

    For veterans and active military personnel

    Facilitated by professional writing instructors, the workshops consist of six to eight biweekly sessions focused on developing strategies and skills. No experience needed.

  • Poetry of Place

    A poetry competition for Nebraskan students

    Encouraging Nebraska students to engage with their places through writing poetry and to make that writing more visible.

  • Writing Marathons

    Open to the public

    Move through the landscape with other writers, write, and share along the way. Held at various times and places.