As the Tennessee Williams Key West Festival nears, Key West Art & Historical Society invites poets and writers to submit original works for its 2024 poetry and short story writing contests – components of the annual celebration held each March in honor of the Pulitzer Prize-winning literary icon that moved to Key West in 1949 and remained a resident for 34 years.
While there is no specific theme for the 2024 writing competitions, submissions must in some way reference Tennessee Williams. Authors may choose to write a story referencing Williams, his family, one of his characters, or one of the actors/actresses who played a role in his plays or films. Cost is $10 per submission and is limited to one poem and/or one short story per person. The first-place winner in each contest will be awarded $300 while the second-place winner will receive $150. Submissions will be accepted through March 10. More information, guidelines and a submission link are at twfest.org/contests.The Tennessee Williams Museum at 513 Truman Ave. is open every day for self-guided tours from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. More informationis available from Key West Art & Historical Society at 305-295-6616 or kwahs.org.
