November 12, 2021
News & Events
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Volume 10 of Proud to Be: Writing by American Warriors now available for purchase!
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Now in its tenth volume, Proud to Be is a creative writing anthology of poetry, fiction, essays, interviews, and photography that provides our nation's veterans, military personnel, and their families a platform to share their stories.
Each submission is a product of self-expression and a historical documentation of the unique aspects of military service in our nation’s history.
Proud to Be is published in partnership with Southeast Missouri State University Press. We are so proud to be sharing volume 10 with you all!
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Upcoming Special Events - Gala |
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The 6th Annual Missouri Humanities MOmentum Gala on November 20, 2021, at the Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center at Forest Park in St. Louis.
The evening starts at 5:30 pm with a VIP Cocktail Reception and Hors d'oeuvres, and Silent Auction.
Cash Bar after 7 pm - credit card only.
The program begins at 7 pm.
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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary
of MO Humanities.
We also have a virtual option for those unable to join us in person.
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The online auction opens tomorrow, Nov 13, 2021, and runs until 7pm on November 20, 2021.
Take a look at of all the amazing items that have been donated. Over 60 items to bid on.
Need not be present to win! All bidding done online!
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Thank you to our sponsors for the 2021 MOmentum Gala.
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Part 3: Cultural Resource Management Webinar Series
Our third and final installment of our Cultural Resource Management webinar series is Tuesday, November 16th, at 1PM!
The topic for our last session will be "Cultural Resources, Archeology, and Your Community," presented by Candace Sall, Director of the Museum of Anthropology and American Archaeology Division at the University of Missouri.
Thank you to everyone who attended Parts 1 and 2! If you were unable to join, check out the recordings to the left. There is still time to register for our last week; you don't want to miss it!
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How do you define a hero?
Join us on Thursday, November 18 at 7pm as we explore this topic of heroism. Presented in partnership with the Kansas City Veterans Writing Team, we invite you to explore this topic of heroism. Register today for a Veterans Reader's Theater: A Conversation on Heroism, Service, and War.
Hear dynamic stories and original writings by local military veterans and their family members in this moderated reading centered around, "Heroism in Service." Free and open to the public.
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Find out about more upcoming events around the State of Missouri |
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IN FRENCH FIDDLE TUNES AND TALL TALES: THE FRENCH CREOLE FOUNDING OF MISSOURI
November 13, 2021 @10:00 AM
Speaker: Dennis Stroughmatt (In-Person)
Location: Thespian Hall
522 Main Street, Booneville MO 65233
Contact: Laura Wax
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IN FRENCH FIDDLE TUNES AND TALL TALES: THE FRENCH CREOLE FOUNDING OF MISSOURI
November 13, 2021 @ 2:00 PM
Speaker: Dennis Stroughmat
Location: Augusta Heritage Foundation, 5333 Hackman RD., Augusta MO 63332
Contact: Gloria Attoun
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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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If your civic organization, museum, historical society, library, or similar institution or group is looking for an expert to give a presentation on a topic related to the history, culture, geography and/or people of Missouri, we hope you will consider what this program has to offer. |
WHY PRAIRIE MATTERS: NEW RELEVANCIES OF A VANISHING LANDSCAPE
November 20, 2021 @ 1:00 PM
Speaker: : Carol Elaine Davit
Location: Mirabile C-1 School, 2954 SW State Route D, St. Charles, MO 63301
Contact: Joseph Manno
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IN FRENCH FIDDLE TUNES AND TALL TALES: THE FRENCH CREOLE FOUNDING OF MISSOURI
November 20, 2021 @1:30 PM
Speaker: Dennis Stroughmatt (In-Person)
Location: Missouri River Regional Library, 214 Adams, Jefferson City MO 65101
Contact: Madeline Matson
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For more information on the Show Me Missouri Speakers’ Bureau program, please email Marilyn Webster-Brown at marilyn@mohumanities.org.
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Check Out Marble Hill, MO!
Both the podcast and the video for our 2021 Small Town Showcase Pilot Community, Marble Hill, are available! You can visit our website below to watch the video and listen to the podcast, or you can find it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Soon to be available on all streaming platforms.
We hope you enjoy hearing from locals about what makes Marble Hill so special, and why they choose to dedicate so much of their time, talent, and treasure to ensuring this town won't go unnoticed!
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We are now accepting requests for 2022 Cultural Heritage Workshops. Click "Request a Workshop" to bring a program to your community! |
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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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Episode Three of our new Proud to Be Podcast is now available on all podcast platforms!
The PTB Podcast highlights veterans, military personnel, and family members published in Proud to Be: Writing by American Warriors.
Featuring, Charity Winters, a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy and freelance writer. During her six years on active duty, as an Air Force Security Forces officer, she completed three tours in Iraq.
In this episode, we learn about Charity’s different security missions in Iraq, her special military connection with the island of Guam and her grandfather, and the Vietnam veteran who encouraged her to pursue writing.
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We also discuss the necessity of women’s voices in telling wartime stories, the importance of veterans in the arts, and the value of words as we explore the profound effect the phrase, “bring me men” had on her and other female cadets. |
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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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Watch Past Virtual Programs Online! |
Have you visited the Video Archive page on our website?
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Become part of MOHumanities Today!
Missouri Humanities depends on the support of individuals, foundations, and our corporate partners to connect Missourians to the people, places, and ideas that shape our society.
Are you a member? If not, please join today. If you already are a member, please consider giving someone the gift of a membership.
With your support as a contributing member, Missouri Humanities will continue to engage the people of the Show Me State in the power of life-long learning.
Your gift supports community programs in Cultural Heritage, Civic Engagement, Reading and Literacy, as well as enrichment programs for teachers.
Thanks - Chrissy Sommer
Director of Community Engagement
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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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