Charlottesville Poem Store
Live typewriter poetry for weddings, corporate meetings, parties, and other events in Virginia, Washington D.C., and beyond.
How it works
Step 1
Your event guest approaches our table and provides us with a poem topic, such as a word, a person, or a memory. Our poets specialize in warm and interesting conversation that puts your guest at ease.
Step 2
We type a poem on our vintage typewriters and papers while your guest waits. The sight and sound of the vintage typewriter in action adds ambiance to your wedding receptions, cocktail parties, and other events.
Step 3
We read the completed poem to your guest, who then takes home a securely packaged, completely unique souvenir of your special event.
What people are saying
Antonia and Steve“A million thank yous to Laura for writing at our wedding and for the deeply personal impact and the insightfulness she offered our guests. Our friends and family raved about Laura’s work and ability to capture their memories, experiences, and personalities.”
Private wedding clients
Alani Nelson“Laura is an outstanding poet, creating works that connect well with themed events. Her help with the family program brought added meaning, and her mix of creative and administrative skills makes her a great person to work with again.”
The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.
Stephen Kelly“Feeling really fortunate to have found Laura and the Charlottesville Poem Store, finding someone to help build a monthly event from scratch isn’t always easy. Laura has helped create a truly unique cocktail experience centered around her poems and Joel’s cocktails. [Speakeasy + Whiskey Bar] is lucky to host this event each month!”
Former Food & Beverage Lead, The Doyle Hotel, Charlottesville, VA
Lauren Thomas, Common House Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA“Laura is a fantastic poet-for-hire! We have used her at multiple events, where she is able to connect with each individual that sits in her chair, and personalize poetry for them. I can’t recommend Laura enough!”
Laura Orfanedes“Laura worked closely with me with a joyful, empathetic, creative, and intuitive ear. The result is a beautiful, heartfelt, insightful, and loving commissioned piece of art. I can’t recommend Laura and her team enough!”
Private poem commission
Nadeen Kharputly“She has a rare gift, and I’m so grateful for the time, energy, and craft that she brings to each poem that she writes.”
Private poem commission