Involvement with the Federal Writers' Project
Poet involved
What happened
In 1935, Louis Untermeyer became involved with the Federal Writers' Project, a New Deal program aimed at providing jobs for writers during the Great Depression. He worked primarily in New York City, helping to promote American literature.
Literary impact
His involvement with the Federal Writers' Project allowed Untermeyer to advocate for the arts and support fellow writers during a challenging economic period. This experience deepened his commitment to making poetry accessible and relevant to everyday Americans.
Source: Wikipedia
