Dan O’Neill graduated from the University of Missouri Journalism School and then spent 36 years as a sportswriter. From 1985 to 2017, he worked for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, where his primary beats were the Cardinals, the Blues and professional golf. In 2017, he was named the recipient of the distinguished Burnes-Broeg Award by the Missouri Athletic Club. He is the author of seven books and continues to contribute freelance pieces to Sports Illustrated, the USGA Journal, Memorial Magazine and other national media outlets.
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.
50 Years of Missouri Humanities
A legacy of grantmaking and leadership. Read the magazine!
In-person community or statewide events, festivals, and symposiums.
Major grants, mini grants, and grant guidelines.
Programs, workshops, and anthologies promoting veteran stories.
Small Town Showcase and workshops for communities.
Center for the Book and reading programs.
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Roots & Routes Event!
Join Missouri Humanities on our “Roots & Routes” journey as we consider the movement of people.
Upcoming Member Meetup! Katy Trial
Learn more about our upcoming Katy Trail Read & Ride Event.
Native Americans & Missouri
Missouri Humanities strives to implement and support initiatives that highlight Native stories and voices.
