Santa Barbara Origami Crane Gets U.S. Postal Stamp of Approval
Patricia Martellotti
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – A simple paper crane folded in Santa Barbara is about to travel the world on a new international stamp from the United States Postal Service.
The crane is part of the Peace Crane Project, created to give students a voice through art and connection.
The effort began after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, offering a way for young people to share hope during a difficult time.
Since then, the project has grown into a global exchange, with more than two million students in over 150 countries folding cranes and sending messages of peace.
Now, with the stamp set to be released, local classrooms are joining in — continuing the mission one message at a time.
A full story will follow after the stamp’s release, focusing on the local connection and the impact reaching far beyond Santa Barbara.
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