Woodland Pattern Book Center

Woodland Pattern Book Center is a nonprofit organization based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, established in 1979. With a staff of seven employees, the center generates an annual revenue of $2.5 million. Woodland Pattern Book Center operates as a unique space dedicated to the promotion of literature and the arts. They offer a wide array of activities and events, including writing workshops, poetry performances, concerts, art exhibitions, film screenings, and educational programs for children and youth. The center also supports initiatives like the Milwaukee Youth Poet Laureate program and the Milwaukee Emerging Poet Fellowship, as well as serving as a fiscal sponsor for Indigenous Nations Poets. A cornerstone of Woodland Pattern's mission is the preservation and dissemination of independent literature. Their collection boasts a remarkable array of works, including the largest collection of haiku in North America, the largest selection of Native American literature in Wisconsin, and a comprehensive collection of contemporary poetry in the United States. Their focus on acquiring books based on their literary merit and cultural significance, rather than potential profitability, ensures the long-term availability of these valuable works. For more information about Woodland Pattern Book Center and its programs, visit their website at woodlandpattern.org.