curious minds. bold questions. powerful stories.
At HumanitiesDC, we connect curious people with bold questions to the powerful stories of our vibrant city. Through our grantmaking and public programs we help build a community where all can engage in intellectual exchange, reflect on our connected stories and celebrate our various cultures.
Grants
Learn about our annual grant opportunities designed to support DC residents, groups and organizations interested in leading dynamic public humanities projects and programming.
Public Programs
Explore our interactive programs designed to help Washingtonians share their experiences, discuss current issues and appreciate our remarkable people and neighborhoods.
Events
Attend lively celebrations, presentations, discussions, and more led by local scholars and experts who passionately bring our city’s wonders to life.
culture series: CAPITAL CITY HAUNTS
Join us at the next Culture Series with guest curator Tim Krepps and hear which famous DC locations are actually haunted!
new! 2024 MAGAZINE AND ANNUAL REPORT
Check out the 2024 HumanitiesDC Magazine and Annual Report.
Join our team!
We are looking for a new Director of Operations to join the HumanitiesDC team. Check out our opportunities page to learn more.
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