The U.S. Postal Service is set to unveil a new set of Goodnight Moon stamps during a special ceremony on May 2, 2025, at The Rabbit hOle, a museum dedicated to American children’s literature in North Kansas City, Missouri. This launch commemorates the timeless bedtime classic just days before Children’s Book Week (May 5–11), honoring the cultural legacy of one of the best-selling children’s books of all time.
What Are the Goodnight Moon Stamps?
The Goodnight Moon Forever stamps feature charming scenes from the 1947 picture book by Margaret Wise Brown, illustrated by Clement Hurd. Designed by USPS art director Derry Noyes, the pane captures the book’s dreamy rhythm and gentle illustrations that have comforted generations of readers.
Each Forever stamp will always retain its value equal to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price, making these stamps not only collectible but functional.
“Goodnight Moon allows children to imagine themselves in the cozy bedroom of a young bunny, saying good night to everything they see,” the Postal Service noted in its announcement.
When and Where Is the Unveiling Event?
- Date: Friday, May 2, 2025
- Time: 11:00 a.m. Central
- Location: The Rabbit hOle, 919 E. 14th Ave., North Kansas City, MO 64116
- RSVP: Attendees can register at usps.com/goodnightmoonstamps
The event is free and open to the public and expected to draw families, literature lovers, educators, and philatelists.
Special Guest: Thacher Hurd
Children’s book creator Thacher Hurd, son of illustrator Clement Hurd, will attend the event to share personal memories and read Goodnight Moon aloud. His participation offers a rare, intimate glimpse into the lives of the book’s creators.
Why Goodnight Moon Still Matters
First published by Harper & Brothers in 1947, Goodnight Moon quickly became a staple of bedtime routines. Its soothing, poetic text and evocative illustrations gradually fade from light to dark, mimicking a child’s slow descent into sleep.
Notable lines like:
“Goodnight clocks / And goodnight socks. Goodnight little house / And goodnight mouse.”
have become etched in the memories of parents and children alike. Today, Goodnight Moon continues to rank among the bestselling children’s books worldwide, celebrating over 75 years in print.
How to Get the Goodnight Moon Stamps
You can purchase the stamps and related collectibles in several ways:
- Online at usps.com/shopstamps
- By phone: 844-737-7826
- At local Post Office locations
- Through the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon
- Additional info and products: StampsForever.com
About The Rabbit hOle
Dubbed an “immersive storybook museum,” The Rabbit hOle is a new destination celebrating over a century of American children’s literature. Through innovative exhibits and hands-on exploration, it brings beloved books like Goodnight Moon to life for visitors of all ages.
Stay Updated
To join the online conversation, follow the hashtag #GoodnightMoonStamps across social platforms. The USPS encourages attendees and fans to share their favorite Goodnight Moon memories and stamp photos.
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