Meet the team striving to create a vibrant Missouri where the humanities are accessible to all.
Over 50 years dedicated to helping Missourians explore the people, places, and ideas that shape our society.
The study of how people connect to the human experience through history, culture, and traditions.
A legacy of leadership and grantmaking. Read the magazine!
Our Cultural Heritage Services program supports museums, historical societies, and other heritage organizations across the state through workshops and one-on-one coaching.
Missouri Humanities strives to implement and support initiatives that highlight Native stories and voices.
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W.O.V.E. Academy: Weaving a Legacy of Excellence Join Women of Virtue Emerging (W.O.V.E.) for a transformative 8-week journey designed to strengthen the fabric of our community. Through the lens of the humanities, we explore the "Four Pillars of Excellence"—Self-Worth, Leadership, Academic Excellence, and Financial Literacy. This series invites participants to dive into their personal narratives, […]
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Join Missouri Humanities in St. Louis this summer for a fireside chat with bestselling author Denise Kiernan! Kiernan is the author of The Girls of Atomic City and The Last Castle. She will be discussing her upcoming book, Obstinate Daughters, about the writers, renegades, enslaved women, soldiers, and community leaders who ignited the fight for […]
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Purchase a quilt patch to add your name to this growing tribute to Missouri’s past, present, and future. Your participation helps support Missouri Humanities’ statewide programs while becoming part of a visual representation of the stories that connect us. For only $15, you can make a difference towards the humanities in Missouri. |
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3 events,First Saturdays at Keystone: Arts, Culture & Creative Entrepreneurship
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Celebrate Independence Day with music at White Haven! Join White Haven Brass—a quintet of talented staff and volunteers from Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site— for a spirited performance honoring America 250. Enjoy classic patriotic favorites along with marching songs once sung by Union soldiers and supporters during the Civil War. The concert is free […]
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2 events,MOTELL, Missouri Storytelling organization, will be holding their annual Liars Contest July 10&11. Friday night we will open with a free storytelling concert with nationally renowned storytellers and local live music. Saturday will begin at 9:30 with a free workshop on storytelling. The contest will begin at 2:00. Come hear the whoppers and see who […]
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Bring the whole family to Free Days at the Museum. Occurring on every second Sunday of the month, Free Days provide greater access to The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ vast and awe-inspiring collections for visitors near and far. All attendees can explore the Museum at no charge.
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Lecture, Power Point and Q&A describing Gen. John C. Fremont's 100 days in command of the Western Department of the US Army, and his wife's role in his campaigns and edicts. His territory included the States of Illinois and Missouri, and all states or territories west of there to the Rocky Mountains. The discussion revolves […]
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The presentation gives the background of Wooldridge, Missouri and it’s historic decline. The fire burned half the town in ninety minutes. I present audio recordings of the participants and some of the illustrative videos that show the intensity of the fire. This was the largest fire that some of the most seasoned first responders in […]
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RiverBend is a five-piece bluegrass known for delivering high-energy, heartfelt performances. Rooted deeply in traditional bluegrass, the band blends time-honored standards with thoughtfully crafted original songs, all driven by authentic instrumentation, tight arrangements, and soaring multi-part harmonies. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to enjoy this free concert. Outside food and beverages are allowed.
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Hey KC Book Beat community! We are thrilled to announce KC Nerd Fest — a free, all-ages block party taking over the Englewood Arts District in Independence on Saturday, July 18 from 11 AM to 6 PM. Here is what to expect: Cosplay — show up dressed, no gatekeeping Comics, books, and indie vendors Tabletop […]
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The Field House Museum is pleased to welcome author and historian James Erwin! James Erwin will speak on his book Guerillas in Civil War Missouri at the Field House Museum, Saturday, July 18th at 1:00pm. As a border state, and one with deeply divided political sentiments, the Civil War was uniquely intimate in Missouri. Besides […]
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People drawn to Webster Groves have undoubtedly been struck by the charming old houses tucked away on those leafy avenues. As the casual observer may suspect, there is history in those homes! In Webster Groves: A Walk Through History, author Steve Schoenbeck introduces the stories behind the development of one of St. Louis County’s oldest […]
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Archaeology uses artifacts to tell a story of what life was like in the past. Join Ranger Blake for a guided tour of the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site grounds as he uses artifacts and the landscape to show how archaeology works and what everyday life was like at the White Haven plantation. The […]
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Our vision is for a more informed, thoughtful, and civil society.
For only $15, you can help make an impact on communities around the state. Your support directly funds programs that preserve and share our history, culture, and literature.
