An established Missouri Humanities Council speaker, Galen Gritts is a registered member of the Cherokee Nation. Born and reared in Missouri, Mr. Gritts has a degree in history from UMSL. He serves on many advisory boards and committees representing Native Americans and is a founding member of the Alliance for Native Programming & Initiatives. He is bemused to find out he is now an Elder and grateful that he has made it this far. One of his goals, when he was young, was to be old.
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
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Small Town Showcase and workshops for communities.
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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.
