January 8th, 2021
News & Events
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This past year brought many changes for Missouri Humanities, some that proved to be a struggle and some that instilled hope and growth for our organization. We'd like to take a moment and share with you some of the good that happened in 2020.
On March 16th – the day quarantine began in towns and cities throughout Missouri – we welcomed...
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Proud to Be, Volume 9 Book Reading.
Virtual Event on January 9th, 2021
Hosted in partnership with SEMO Press - 1:00 P.M.
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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. Learn More
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Explore Missouri's German Heritage, Chapter 5: Good Work (die Arbeit)
Virtual Event on January 14th, 2021
Monthly Series, Every Second Thursday at 10:00 A.M.
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This month we explore the working German – agriculture, viticulture, brewing beer, building, creating – and the legacy today. Learn More
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The Upswing: Author Talk
Virtual Event on January 14th, 2021
Part of "Why It Matters: Uniting a Polarized Nation" - 7:00 P.M.
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Featuring the authors of "The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again." This event is open to the public and free to attend. Learn More
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ANPI: Native Futures, Native Voices
Virtual Event on January 15th, 2021
A Three-Part Speakers Series at 12:00 P.M. on the 15th, 22nd, and 29th of January.
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Join us in January 2021 as we host the Alliance for Native Programs & Initiatives speaker series, "Native Futures, Native Voices." This three-part series focuses on ways Indigenous peoples continue to contribute and offer knowledge to the fields of art, education, history, humanities, environment, and spirituality. Learn More
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Total Town Makeover with Author and Radio Host Andrew McCrea
Virtual Events on January 21st and 28th, 2021
Two-Part Series - 10:00 A.M.
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Our "Total Town Makeover" series addresses the issues of why some small towns thrive while others decline. Learn More
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In partnership with KCUR, Missouri Humanities is issuing a challenge to Missourians to have an intentional conversation with someone who has different ideological beliefs than you. The #CivilityChallenge is a hands-on exercise using a conversation deck that aims to help Missourians consider how they want to regard their fellow citizens on the other side of the partisan divide.
Only 300 Missourians will receive these free conversation cards. This challenge is part of "Why It Matters: Uniting a Polarized Nation." Learn More About Why It Matters
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Proud to Be: Writing by American Warriors, Volumes 1 - 9
Visit mohumanities.org to purchase a copy today!
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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, and spanning generations– from WW1 to Iraq and Afghanistan. Learn More
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Cape Girardeau, MO
October 19, 2020 – January 13th, 2021
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Kellerman Foundation
102 N. Main Street
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Contact Dr. Mary Ann Kellerman, kellermanfoundation@gmail.com for questions regarding this event.
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Linn, MO
January 21st, 2020 – March 4th, 2021
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State Technical College of Missouri
1 Technology Drive
Linn, MO 65051
Contact Emanda Hagenhoff, manda.hagenhoff@statetechmo.edu for questions regarding this event.
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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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