About this vendor
Based in Brooklyn, NY, The Poetry Society of New York provides a unique memorabilia service for couples to offer as wedding favors for their guests. This team of verse aficionados write original poems on vintage typewriters, for you and your guests to keep as sentimental mementos. This interactive service is ideal for couples that want to add an antique, artistic aesthetic to their special day.
The Poetry Society of New York is composed of many poetry enthusiasts who want to keep this literary art alive in the modern era. First established in 2008, this eclectic team has done various projects to bring communities together through the beauty of words. They now eagerly share this with couples who want to bring an unforgettable element to their friends and family during their cocktail hour and reception.
Before your nuptial events, The Poetry Society of New York can provide commissioned poetry services, for wedding party gifts or ceremony vows. The team members can work closely with you to help you craft that perfect rhyme or imagery for your partner. Hard copies, wax-seals, and linen envelopes are some of the various options available to complete your gift favors. During your main event, the team members can set up their typewriter station at your venue, to serve you and your guests throughout the evening.
Details
Business Attributes
- LGBTQ+-owned Business
- Woman-owned Business
Gifts & Favors
- Bridesmaid Gifts
- Gift & Favor Assembly
- Gift Wrapping
- Gifts for the Bride
- Gifts for the Groom
- Groomsman Gifts
Awards and Affiliations
2022 'Best of Weddings'
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out of 5.07 reviews
We were debating on what types of favors to give our guests that they wouldn’t just forget about and throw out. After getting engaged at the museum of literature in Dublin, it felt...
natural to look for some sort of literary gift. I’m so glad we went with Poetry Society of NY. Our poet Ashley was so nice and took time with each guest. There was a line at her station the whole night! She even took the time to take my mom outside because she was having trouble hearing inside. It was also so fun sharing all of our poems after the event. My only regret is not hiring a second poet because it was so popular! I would highly recommend Poetry Society of NY for a wedding event.
I encountered one of The Poetry Society of New York's typewriter poets at my friend's wedding this summer and the poem I got blew me away. I have no idea how she wrote something so...
beautiful and on point in just a few minutes. The poet was a huge hit and everyone at the reception was freaking out about their poems. I cannot recommend this service highly enough.
I went to my best friend wedding where they had a typewriter pet from the Poetry Society of New York and WOW - What a truly unique and creative experience this was! Not only did I ...
get a personalized poem in 5 minutes (that made me cry and still gives me shivers) but I got to take home something from the wedding that I now have framed in my own home. Symbolic of love that gifts itself over and over again. Cannot recommend this enough!
Having a poet present to share the moment with wedding guests is priceless. PSNY also offer tailored poems for guest, unique invitations, co-writing of vows or event the proposal i...
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Such a great experience! We got a typewriter poet for our wedding, and she was such a great touch. My guests loved her and couldn't stop talking about their poems at the reception....
She wrote a poem for my husband and I that made me cry. It was so beautiful, I had it framed hung it in our home. Hire these poets!
Loved the ambiance and thoughtfulness curated by PSNY. The work they do is perfect for any occasion of celebration but shines with particular brightness wherever love is concerned...
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The Poetry Society of New York's typewriter project helped make my wedding so special! My wife and I wanted specialized gifts to give out to all of our guests and these typewriter ...
poems were so unique! highly recommend!
Contact
155 Diamond Street, #2, Brooklyn, NY | Tri-State Area, Los Angeles, Boston
The Poetry Society of New York