You are an integral part of our success. See OUR impact in 2021!
We are pleased to present our 2021 Annual Report, covering the period November 1, 2020-October 31, 2021.
Thank you for your interest and support in our vital work!
Annual Report
Explore Section
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“It is difficult to properly express our gratitude to Maryland Humanities for the help and support that we received through the grant-making process and through the project…The support of (Maryland Humanities) was not in funding alone. By including a spot about the initiative in (their) Humanities Connection program on WYPR, Maryland Humanities did much to help promote our initiative and alert the general public about the program that we were running in the early months of the fall.”
Dr. Kimberly Coles ~ Chair, Education and Citizenship Project Committee, University of Maryland College Park -
“[My favorite part of the tour was] learning about the literary giants who lived and visited Baltimore!”
Literary Mount Vernon Walking Tour Participant -
“[I enjoyed] listening to the personal experiences of the panelists as they honestly confronted the universal problems of the 21st century.”
Pulitzer Panel attendee -
I enjoyed it very much and I learned quite a lot. I think there is a lot that can be learned from these experiences and I think this could be a positive experience for the veterans also.
Standing Together: Veterans Oral History Project, student participant -
I enjoyed it as much as the students.
Standing Together: Veterans Oral History Project, veteran participant -
“[This panel provided] interesting insights into areas of our community that I don’t get by direct observation.”
Pulitzer Panel attendee -
We were really moved by the testimony of the veterans and impressed by the professionalism and dedication of the students.
Standing Together: Veterans Oral History Project, parent -
“My students became more competent researchers, and took ownership of their work. They had total free reign to choose their topic, direct their research, and create their final project.”
Maryland History Day 2015 Teacher -
“Lifelong learning is a philosophy, practice, and lifestyle that I’ve long advocated for in both my professional and personal lives. In the rapid pace, constantly changing, technological, social, and cultural environments we find ourselves in, a continuous adjustment to change is necessary. Lifelong learning is essential to understanding where we’ve been, where we are, and where we want to go, both as individuals and as a society.”
Maryland Humanities survey participant -
“The opportunity to host the Smithsonian’s “The Way We Worked” exhibition allowed Sumner Hall to develop meaningful companion exhibits that can remain open to the public in the future. Exhibitions across the county were co-curated by community tradition-bearers, scholars, and college students, empowering citizens of diverse backgrounds to work together to tell their own often-untold stories.”
Barbara Foster, Vice President, G.A.R. Post #25 Sumner Hall, Chestertown, MD, Host Site, Museum on Main Street -
“The book selections offer an opportunity to read a book that is informative and engaging. It enhances our view of the world and the individuals within it. We sincerely look forward to the OMOB selections and materials each year. It is a topic of excitement and discussion among students and staff. Truly and wonderfully.”
One Maryland One Book teacher -
“All of [this event] was wonderful! I enjoyed Ms. Ifill’s facilitation very much! I enjoyed Taylor Branch. I hadn’t heard him before; he was very refreshing. Ms. Wilkerson was fabulous. I appreciate her candor and passion.”
Pulitzer 100 event attendee -
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“Last year was the first time our school participated in the program and one of our students was selected! She was thrilled to be recognized and has been an inspiration to other students. I am so thankful for all the support provided by Maryland Humanities. They reach out and are incredibly helpful and willing to provide resources and opportunities. We appreciate the genuine interest they have in our students!”
Letters About Literature teacher -
“The researching and communicating skills have made me a more confident person in all academic endeavors. These are skills that will last me a lifetime.”
Maryland History Day student participant