In the United States, works published before January 1, 1923, are generally in the public domain. Some of Edgar Allan Poe's poems published before this date, including those published in his lifetime, are:
- "Tamerlane" (1827)
- "To Helen" (1831)
- "The Raven" (1845)
- "Annabel Lee" (1849)
- "The Bells" (1849)
- "Ulalume" (1847)
- "Israfel" (1831)
- "Sonnet—To Science" (1829)
- "The Coliseum" (1833)
- "To My Mother" (1849)
For works published between January 1, 1923, and December 31, 1977, the copyright protection lasted for 28 years from the date of publication, with an option for renewal for an additional 28 years. Some of Edgar Allan Poe's poems published during this period may still be under copyright, and you should consult the original publication date and current copyright information to determine their public domain status.
You can find more information about copyright law and the public domain on the websites of the U.S. Copyright Office and other intellectual property organizations.