United States Postal Service Stamp News

(USPS) The forward-thinking and genre-crossing writings of acclaimed author Ursula K. Le Guin, whose novels and short stories increased appreciation of science fiction and fantasy, are being celebrated with a new Forever stamp — the 33rd in the Postal Service’s Literary Arts series. The stamp was unveiled in a ceremony today at the Portland Art Museum. As an author, Le Guin was interested in more than just science fiction and her prescient writings are now viewed as more than just fantasy. “Ursula once said she wanted to see science fiction step over the old walls of convention and hit right...

(USPS)  What: The U.S. Postal Service will celebrate many popular games played by Americans of all ages with the issuance of the Backyard Games Forever stamps. News of these stamps is being shared with the hashtag #backyardgamesstamps. Who: Judy de Torok, vice president, Corporate Affairs, U.S. Postal Service William J. Gicker, Jr., director, Stamp Services, U.S. Postal Service Scott D. English, executive director, American Philatelic Society Administrator, American Philatelic Research Library Thomas Chen, Midwest Badminton Club Alex P. Gara, president, American Bocce Company, LLC. Greg Breeding, art director When: Thursday, August 12, 2021, at 11 a.m. CT Where: Great American Stamp...

(USPS) The U.S. Postal Service celebrates the enduring legacy of Western wear with four fun new Forever stamps. Inspired by the clothing and gear used by working ranchers, the iconic garments and accessories of the American West comprise a unique fashion style. The Western Wear stamp booklet features four designs illustrating iconic Western wear staples — a cowboy hat, a cowboy boot with a spur, a Western shirt and a belt buckle featuring a longhorn skull. The stamps are available now at Post Office locations nationwide and online at usps.com/shopstamps. News of the Western Wear stamps is being shared with the...

(USPS) The new Mystery Message Forever stamp from the U.S. Postal Service puts your sleuthing skills to the test! Featuring bright colors and interesting shapes, the new stamp was dedicated today in a ceremony at the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC.   “As you add these stamps to your collection, or use them to send a message to your family and friends — we hope they will appeal to the puzzle-solver in all of us,” said Robert M. Duncan, a member of the U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors, who served as dedicating official for the ceremony. Joining Governor...

(USPS) The U.S. Postal Service issued the Tap Dance stamps today during the Tap It Out — Tap City, New York City Tap Festival in Times Square. The Forever stamps are now for sale at Post Offices nationwide. News of the stamps is being shared with the hashtags #TapDance and #TapDancestamps. “Today, we are celebrating the American art form of tap dance with these vibrant stamps in the heart of Times Square as the Postal Service recognizes one of our nation’s greatest contributions to the world of dance,” said Lorraine G. Castellano, U.S. Postal Service New York district manager and executive in charge....