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.
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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.
Century Homes Tour October 24, 2026 Brief Descriptions of Homes on Tour The McLagan-Black House East Argonne The former “History House” is a familiar Kirkwood Landmark. It was acquired by […]
Come explore Missouri's oldest cemetery and experience the stories of early pioneers of Ste. Genevieve by lantern light. Although close to Halloween, the intent of the Spirit Reunion is not […]
From Seneca Falls to Congress, women spent century fighting for the right to vote. Join Ranger Sky Castilleja in a program about the journey to women’s voting rights, notable suffragists, […]
Eurydice reimagines the classic Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice from Eurydice’s perspective. After falling deeply in love with Orpheus, a gifted musician, Eurydice dies unexpectedly on her wedding day […]
Eurydice reimagines the classic Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice from Eurydice’s perspective. After falling deeply in love with Orpheus, a gifted musician, Eurydice dies unexpectedly on her wedding day […]
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 […]
Come join us for a day of fun, filled with family-friendly activities including live demonstrations, people dressed up in attire matching the theme of Sherwood Forest, lots of games for […]
The Field House Museum is pleased to welcome Dick Benach on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM. This program features Dick Benach as Junior Officer Robert Zavel. Lieutenant Colonel […]
Tell Me Somethin' Good is The Black Rep's hit musical revue created and conceived by Ron Himes, the founder of The Black Rep. It is a high-energy revue that spans […]
Join people from different faiths to discuss the impact that A.I. is having on their relationships within their congregations, lines/sources of authority within their faiths, and the emerging questions/challenges the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
