Utah initiated its State Poet Laureate program in 1997. The Poet Laureate is a Governor-appointed advocate for literature and the arts throughout the state. The Poet Laureate is available for readings at public events and in venues including libraries, universities, schools, etc.

Utah's state poet laureate is Katharine Coles of Salt Lake City.

To request a reading or attendance at an event as State Poet Laureate, see the Poet Laureate's Schedule page.