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Missouri Humanities is teaming up with Spiva Center for the Arts in Joplin, Missouri, to present a writing workshop for veterans, retired and active military, and military-connected family members on Saturday, June 22nd. In this half-day workshop, we'll explore Ekphrasis—a writing technique that vividly describes a work of art from any medium, such as paintings, […]

What do Walt Disney, J.C. Penney, the Pony Express, and Sliced Bread have in common? They all have incredible stories of innovation originating along Missouri Highway 36! Also known as The Way of American Genius, Highway 36 from St. Joseph to Hannibal connects individuals and inventions from rural communities in America's Heartland. Join us and […]

Missouri Humanities is hosting a FREE two-part summer writing opportunity for veterans, retired and active military, and military-connected family members on Saturday, July 20th & 27th from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. Whether you’re interested in fiction, prose, or essay writing, this workshop will explore speculative fiction, a type of storytelling that explores and incorporates […]

Have you ever wondered what the humanities are and why they matter? Curious about the origin of the Missouri Humanities Council? Join our Executive Director, Ashley Beard-Fosnow, for a Zoom conversation on July 25th at 12 PM. During your lunch hour, Ashley will discuss these questions, share Missouri Humanities Council’s origin story, and explore how […]

Missouri Humanities is hosting a FREE two-part summer writing opportunity for veterans, retired and active military, and military-connected family members on Saturday, July 20th & 27th from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. Whether you’re interested in fiction, prose, or essay writing, this workshop will explore speculative fiction, a type of storytelling that explores and incorporates […]

Join Missouri Humanities for a day-long capacity-building workshop in Columbia, MO on August 2, 2024! This event is FREE for Missouri Humanities members and staff/volunteers of Missouri’s nonprofit cultural institutions. Experts will present on topics such as Using Oral Histories in Podcasts and Exhibits, Marketing and Social Media, Community Partnerships, and Expanding Horizons Through Culture […]

AI technology is everywhere! Join us on Thursday, August 22nd in Rolla, Missouri as leading AI and technology impact specialists discuss how new technology may affect your business, relationships, and personal life, covering the social and psychological impacts of AI, technology diffusion, and upcoming revolutions in healthcare. Missouri Humanities’ Think-N-Drink programs engage Missourians in thoughtful […]

Join Missouri Humanities on Saturday, September 7th, at the Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library in Bloomfield, Missouri, for a unique and inspiring workshop where we will draw writing inspiration from the museum’s exhibits and artifacts. This FREE workshop offers veterans, retired and active military, and military-connected family members an opportunity to engage with […]

Join Missouri Humanities for the 9th Annual MOmentum Gala! This year's gala will celebrate the humanities in Missouri and highlight our organization's accomplishments over the last year, including this year's Signature Series, "Missouri Marvels," exploring our state's role in the intricate relationship between discovery, innovation, and the human experience. The evening will also include live […]