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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A new, short-term exhibition that presents the history of Black athletes and the impact Kansas City has had on professional sports in the United States
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Dig into four days of learning and inspiration at the 2026 Missouri Master Gardener Conference June 4–7 in Springfield. This statewide event features expert speakers, hands-on gardening knowledge, and plenty of ideas to take back to your own garden. Open to all experience levels. Registration closes May 1. Details: https://bit.ly/MGConferenceSignUp.
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Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 at Summerfest! Join us in Downtown Rolla for a once-in-a-century kickoff to summer — June 4–6, 2026 — as we celebrate the Centennial of Route 66 in style! We’ll kick things off Thursday night with a ribbon cutting and parade, featuring classic cars, and motorcycles ending at the festival […]
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A hundred years ago, the deadliest tornado in American history originated in southern Missouri. Now known as the “Tri-State Tornado,” the storm originated near Ellington and swept through southeast Missouri before crossing into Illinois and Indiana. The devastation of the Tri-State Tornado revealed flaws in the nation’s storm forecasting and reporting system that grew out […]
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6 events,First Saturdays at Keystone: Arts, Culture & Creative Entrepreneurship
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A Celebration of Creativity! Join us in historic downtown Liberty, Missouri, for the annual Art on the Side Liberty Art Festival, a vibrant showcase of art, craftsmanship, and entertainment! This year’s festival will feature over 80 talented artists and artisan makers displaying their stunning creations. From fine art to handcrafted goods, there will be something […]
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National Trails Day provides the perfect opportunity to set off on a local trail with others in your community. If you are out enjoying Gravois Greenway on National Trails Day, stop in and enjoy our new path that takes you down by the stream where First Lady Julia Dent Grant played as a child. If […]
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Dr. Luke Ritter shares research on German Immigrants in Nineteenth-Century Missouri
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The evening will include a museum artifact scavenger hunt through newly renovated exhibits, hors d'oeuvres and drinks, silent auction, a presentation by historian Wayne Glenn, and a gift for all attendees.
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From the birthplace of George Washington to the train depot where Jimmy Carter launched his presidential campaign, Presidential Road Trips - 100 Places To Explore and Experience The History of American Presidents will help you plan an unforgettable American history lesson! Follow travel author Bill Clevlen as he explores the places where future presidents spent […]
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Twenty historic sites are joining together for this event. See how our ancestors connected with the land, in both ornamental and practical ways. Take the opportunity to enjoy the new path through our native grasses to Little Prairie Creek. White Haven will be open from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM with ranger presentations at the […]
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Join us for a vibrant Turkish Food and Art Festival celebrating culture, community, and connection! Enjoy a delicious variety of authentic Turkish cuisine, including freshly prepared dishes, desserts, and traditional drinks. Experience the richness of Turkish culture through live art, music, and interactive activities for all ages. ✨ What to expect: • Authentic Turkish food […]
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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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Tom Drennen offer a presentation on his new book Guardian Guerillas, a historical fiction about life during the Civil War and after as told from Frank James' perspective. This free event is open to the public.
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Cole County250th Anniversary Committee, with Cole County, will be dedicating the In Honor of the Mule Statue along with a WWI Doughboy and a Marine bulldog, in honor of America's 250th Anniversary. Governor Mike Kehoe will be the guest speaker, with the program Emceed by Bob Priddy. The Event will be at the Cole County […] |
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Following eight years in the White House, Ulysses and Julia needed a break. What began as a trip to London to visit their daughter, Nellie, ultimately turned into an unprecedented 2-1/2 year tour around the world. As a war hero and former president, Grant was greeted as a celebrity and unofficial ambassador. Park Guide Jared […]
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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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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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