September 3, 2021
News & Events
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George Washington Carver is slotted in American history lessons as "the peanut guy." But this Missourian gave us biofuels, food trucks, plant based meats, alternative medicines, and so much more. Listen to learn about Carver's revolutionary contributions to the world, stretching from civil rights to agriculture!
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In celebration of Missouri’s bicentennial, in partnership with KCUR Studios, we launched Hungry For MO — a new six episode podcast that tells the stories behind the iconic foods of our region.
Co-hosted by Jenny Vergara, foodie and freelance writer, and Natasha Bailey, a chef, cheesemaker, and home gardener, the show celebrates how local cuisine connects us as a community and shapes our region’s identity.
Each episode dives deep—taking the listener on a food journey that highlights Missouri cuisine—including interviews with the food inventors, historical events, and unique circumstances or family recipes that went into some of our state’s most iconic dishes.
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Join us for a Think-N-Drink on September 16th, 2021 at 7PM at Good News Brewing Company and Wood Fire Pizza, 330 Sonderen St, O'Fallon, MO 63366.
We invite you to listen to the first episode of Lillian Cunningham's Washington Post podcast "Constitutional" - Episode 1: "Framed." Come ready to dive into the discussion as we go back in time to that hot Philadelphia summer in 1787 when a group of revolutionary Americans debated, drank, and together drafted the U.S. Constitution.
Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Discussion starts at 7pm. Drinks and snacks provided with ticket price. Tickets are FREE for MH members.
Purchase your $10 ticket and reserve your spot today!
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We are currently seeking sponsors for our
2021 MOmentum Gala!
Our 6th Annual MOmentum Gala will be held in-person at the Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center at Forest Park in St. Louis on November 20th, 2021. Our guest speaker will be Lillian Cunningham, Washington Post journalist and creator and host of the Post’s “Constitutional” Podcast.
Sponsorships are available at the Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze level:
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– $5,000 PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP |
- Logo/Name featured on publicity and marketing assets; website, social media, all print material
- 8 tickets that include early access VIP cocktail hour, dinner and drinks included
- Premium reserved program seating
- Featured as a Platinum Sponsor for Constitutional Podcast Think-N-Drink as one of the series sponsors
- Three-Minute video promotion, premiering at the gala, featuring your dedication to the humanities
- In-event recognition
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– $2,500 GOLD SPONSORSHIP |
- Logo/Name featured on publicity and marketing assets; website, social media, all print material
- 6 tickets that include early access VIP cocktail hour, dinner and drinks included
- Premium reserved program seating
- In-event recognition
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– $1,500 SILVER SPONSORSHIP |
- Logo/Name featured on publicity and marketing assets; website, social media, all print material
- 4 tickets that include early access VIP cocktail hour, dinner and drinks included
- Premium reserved program seating
- In-event recognition
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– $2,500 GOLD SPONSORSHIP |
- Logo/Name featured on publicity and marketing assets; website and social media
- 2 tickets that include early access VIP cocktail hour, dinner and drinks included
- Premium reserved program seating
- In-event recognition
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September 17th, 2021
9:30 A.M. - 3:20 P.M.
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This FREE seminar will examine the founding principles of the American Experiment, the idea of self-government, and the role of states in the lives of individuals and society.
All attendees will be provided with lunch, a certificate for continuing education, and digital and paper copies of the agenda and documents reader (found here).
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“Show Me Missouri” Speakers’ Bureau Line-Up!
Presented jointly through the State Historical Society of Missouri, this program provides expert historians, storytellers, researchers and authors to share special stories about Missouri’s culture, history, people and art.
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TWO HUNDRED YEARS OF NOTORIOUS CRIMES IN THE SHOW-ME STATE
September 7, 2021 @ 6:00 PM
Speaker: James Erwin (Virtual)
Location: Christian County Library
Nixa, MO
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ALL MAPS ARE LIES!
September 9, 2021 @ 9:00 AM
Speaker: Kelly Johnston (In-Person)
Location: The National Museum of Transportation
Saint Louis, MO
Contact: Renee Hughes
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KANSAS CITY’S BENNIE MOTEN: BANDLEADER AND BLACK ENTREPRENEUR
September 12, 2021 @ 2:00 PM
Speaker: Marc Rice (In-Person)
Location: Lexington Arts Council
Lexington, MO
Contact: Tom Beard
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WHAT'S WITH ST. LOUIS? THE QUIRKS, PERSONALITY, AND CHARM OF THE GATEWAY CITY
September 23, 2021 @11:30 AM
Speaker: Valerie Battle Kienzle (In-Person)
Location: The Gatesworth
St. Louis, MO
Contact: Kathy Davis
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We are still accepting submissions for our oral history project with St. Louis-Stuttgart Sister Cities and the City of Stuttgart, Germany.
This project aims to collect oral histories from Germans and Missourians connected to St. Louis' German sister city, Stuttgart. Including but not limited to, people who have immigrated from Stuttgart, St. Louisans/Missourians who have visited Stuttgart, and military members.
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If you have a connection to Stuttgart and wish to tell your story,
we’d love to hear from you!
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Check out our Explore Missouri's German Heritage Podcast! |
Exciting news! Our "Explore Missouri's German Heritage" podcast is now available on all podcast platforms! Download all eight episodes wherever you get your podcasts. Happy listening! |
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Episode One of our new Proud to Be Podcast is now available on all podcast platforms!
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The PTB Podcast highlights veterans, military personnel, and family members published in Proud to Be: Writing by American Warriors.
Episode One features Jay Harden, a Vietnam War veteran, who writes poetry, prose, and songs about love, war, and personal growth. Learn about Jay's “Metal Mama” and his wartime experience navigating a B52 Bomber. Jay openly shares about his healing journey and the role writing plays in helping with his PTSD.
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Proud to Be: Writing by American Warriors, Vol 1 - 9
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Proud to Be: Writing by American Warriors is a creative writing anthology of poetry, fiction, essays, interviews, and photography submissions by and about veterans from across the nation.
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Request a Cultural Heritage Workshop! |
Our Cultural Heritage Workshops take place throughout the state of Missouri. These one-day workshops showcase a variety of topics from panelists representing both local and statewide organizations, and networking opportunities and applied activities. Participants learn basic tools to develop or revive cultural heritage programming in their communities, as well as how this programming can bolster tourism and impact local and regional economic development. |
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We are now accepting requests for 2022 Cultural Heritage Workshops. Click the link below to bring a workshop to your community! |
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Apply Now for our 2021
Mini Grants
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Mini Grants fund projects up to $2,500. Application Due Date: November 1st, 2021.
Please click the link below to learn more about how to apply.
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Watch Past Virtual Programs Online! |
Have you visited the Video Archive page on our website?
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If you're unable to visit one of our in-person traveling exhibits on display throughout the state, please take a moment to explore our Digital Exhibit Tour on Struggle for Statehood. |
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Missouri Humanities is here for you. Connect with us on our website and through social media. |
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Since 1971, Missouri Humanities has been dedicated to enriching lives and strengthening communities by connecting Missourians with the people, places, and ideas that shape our society. We cannot do what we do without you. Please support the work of Missouri Humanities so we can continue engaging the people of the Show Me State in the power of life-long learning. |
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Missouri Humanities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. |
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