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The U.S. Postal Service on Monday announced its preliminary list of new stamps to be released in 2027, which includes Point Pleasant's Mothman.
The design features the Mothman's glowing red eyes, large bat wings and claws, with a cartoon-style twist. The "Mythical Creatures" line features four other cryptids, including the Jackalope, Sasquatch, Squonk and Champ.
The designs were created by tattoo artist Nat Power and USPS art director Antonio Alcalá.
Other stamps for the 2027 year include portraits of University of Tennessee women’s basketball coach Pat Summitt and baseball legend Willie Mays, a “Year of the Goat” design inspired by the Lunar New Year, collections of unicorns, flowers and vegetables.
The Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee is appointed by the Postmaster General and are responsible for selecting subjects for future stamp ideas. The CSAC reviews public proposals based on a set of selection criteria https://www.stampsforever.com/what-are-the-criteria-for-stamp-subjects.
The Postal Service issues approximately 35 new stamps each year. For updates and further details on next year's list, visit https://about.usps.com/newsroom/national-releases/2026/1109-usps-announces-stamp-subjects-for-2027.htm.
Customers can purchase stamps at usps.com/shopstamps, by calling 844-737-7826 or visiting Post Office locations across the country.