SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITIES
Cultural Heritage Services
This Missouri Humanities program supports museums, historical societies, and other heritage organizations across the state through workshops and one-on-one coaching. These programs are designed to strengthen operations, community engagement, and storytelling capacity within Missouri’s cultural institutions. Monthly workshops, most occurring virtually, cover topics such as fundraising, marketing, exhibit development, oral history, and volunteer management. In-person sessions provide deeper, hands-on training to help organizations preserve and share Missouri’s extensive history.
Support Opportunities
Introduction to Cultual Heritage Tourism
Discover how your cultural institution can become a key player in your community’s tourism scene! In this virtual webinar, you’ll explore community-driven cultural heritage tourism, placemaking, and strategies to showcase your institution’s unique offerings. Learn from Chris Kempke, who has over a decade of experience helping rural communities thrive, and Elena Stephenson, a former teaching artist with 15+ years of experience in community arts and placemaking. They’ll share practical tools and resources to help you connect with local tourism efforts and strengthen your institution’s impact. Join us to turn your cultural assets into meaningful experiences for visitors and residents alike!
How We're Helping
Missouri Humanities empowers cultural heritage partners by providing practical resources and personalized guidance that build long-term sustainability. Through expert-led workshops and tailored coaching, we help organizations refine their missions, improve audience engagement, and develop effective management practices. Our collaborative approach supports everything from governance and tourism development to digital preservation and community storytelling. By investing in these organizations, we strengthen Missouri’s communities and ensure that local histories continue to educate and inspire future generations.
To learn more about our Cultural Heritage services, contact Chris Kempke at chris@mohumanities.org.
