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Missouri Voices: Civics & Citizenry

2025 Signature Series

Missouri Voices will consider individual and collective roles in civic engagement and democratic participation as we examine the bold “American Experiment” of a government run by and for the people, a vision rooted in the Constitution of the United States.

Through dynamic and thoughtful in-person programming and digital content, we will look at sweeping social movements to cast ballots and engage in policy as we explore the complex history of American democracy and Missouri’s enduring participation.

Join us as we consider the role of civility in democracy and ask ourselves: What is the role of citizenry in our “American Experiment,” past, present, and future?  How can we employ civics to build a “more perfect union?”

Coming Soon

Not In Our Wildest Dreams

We’re thrilled to share a teaser for our upcoming documentary Not in our Wildest Dreams! This latest documentary from Missouri Humanities will examine the role of the Missouri Supreme Court, focusing on the state’s historic female majority’s teamwork in promoting civic and empowering youth, as well as exploring their personal journeys. The film will premiere in Spring 2025!

From History to Action:

Presidential Libraries and the Future of Civic Engagement

More than historical archives, Presidential Libraries serve as dynamic centers for civic education, public dialogue, and inspiration. This virtual conversation, featuring insights from several Presidential Library leaders, will examine how former Presidents have defined and exemplified citizenry throughout history. We’ll uncover lessons on active citizenship, reflect on their enduring legacies, and discuss how these Libraries continue to promote civic understanding and participation.

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The Missouri Voices Podcast

Listen to our Missouri Voices podcast now on your favorite app! Our episodes this year will help us examine the role of civics in our daily lives and how this connects us to the humanities and to one other. Episode 1 with Dr. Jay Sexton of the Kinder Institute on Constitutional Democracy is now streaming!

Special Issue Summer 2024 | United We Stand

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: This edition aims to explore the power of culture in connecting Missourians from diverse backgrounds and fostering unity in the face of hate-based violence.

At Missouri Humanities, we believe an informed and engaged citizenry is essential for a thriving democracy. That’s why we provide a wide range of resources—from diagrams of government structures to interactive links that encourage curiosity and exploration of civic-related topics—designed to empower educators, students, and lifelong learners across Missouri. Discover these resources starting on page 53 of our United We Stand Special Issue of MO Humanities Magazine.

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