• Through Their Eyes: An Evening with Youth Artists

    Join us for an event featuring youth refugee artists as they present their work and share the stories behind it, exploring themes of memory, culture, childhood, hometown, and hopes for the future. Come out to support these emerging voices and celebrate the power of art to bridge experiences and cultures. Tulip’s Promise, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit […]

  • Maryland’s “Great Reads from Great Places” Author Event

    In partnership with the Library of Congress and the 2026 National Book Festival, join us for this “Festival Near You” virtual author talk to celebrate Maryland’s “Great Reads from Great Places.” Lisa D. Brathwaite is author of the youth pick Miles of Style: Eunice W. Johnson and the EBONY Fashion Fair. Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson is author […]

  • Lunch with Lindsey (One Maryland One Book)

    Join us for August’s session of Lunch with Lindsey, where we’ll be discussing all things One Maryland One Book! Lindsey will be in conversation with some very special guests about how we use book programming to help people access broader cultural themes.

  • 2026 One Maryland One Book Virtual Kick-Off

    We’re excited to officially kick off the 2026 One Maryland One Book (OMOB) programming season and author tour with a virtual event featuring Lawrence Burney, author of this year’s title No Sense in Wishing. Burney will be in discussion with Maryland Humanities about what inspired him to write the book, the role of cultural criticism, and what he […]

  • SHINE Grants: Virtual Drop-In Open Office Hours

    What are open office hours? Drop by any time  into our virtual office on Zoom to speak with grants staff. The grants department’s door is open to anyone to stop by and get answers about Hatza SHINE grants, get clarity about the process of applying, or ask general grants-related inquiries.

  • Webinar: Bringing the Humanities to Life – Trade Sector/Workforce Development

    Bringing the Humanities to Life is a monthly virtual webinar series that explores how the humanities enrich and transform various fields. Each session will feature experts discussing the importance of integrating literature, history, philosophy, and the social sciences in industries such as technology, healthcare, sports, and environmentalism. This session will focus on the humanities in […]

  • Southern Regional Humanities Network: Networking Event

    Historic Sotterley 44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood, Maryland

    Come join fellow cultural workers and community members as we convene local groups, historic sites, and engaged individuals as part of our Southern Regional Humanities Network efforts. Historic Sotterley will serve as our host and offer a chance for participants to explore their exhibitions and hear about programming. There will also be time to meet […]

  • Webinar: Bringing the Humanities to Life – Healthcare

    Bringing the Humanities to Life is a monthly virtual webinar series that explores how the humanities enrich and transform various fields. Each session will feature experts discussing the importance of integrating literature, history, philosophy, and the social sciences in industries such as technology, healthcare, sports, and environmentalism. In this session, we will examine the vital […]

  • Webinar: Bringing the Humanities to Life – Food

    Bringing the Humanities to Life is a monthly virtual webinar series that explores how the humanities enrich and transform various fields. Each session will feature experts discussing the importance of integrating literature, history, philosophy, and the social sciences in industries such as technology, healthcare, sports, and environmentalism. Discover the cultural and historical narratives that shape […]

  • Freedom of the Press: Community Conversation & Culminating Event

    Maryland Hall 801 Chase St., Annapolis, Maryland

    Save the date for a special evening of programming and a community conversation about the state of journalism and a free press in the United States. To be held the evening of Thursday, November 18th at Maryland Hall in Annapolis. Attendees will have the opportunity to see the Revolutionary Maryland: Freedom of the Press Then […]

  • Webinar: Bringing the Humanities to Life – Faith & Religion

    Bringing the Humanities to Life is a monthly virtual webinar series that explores how the humanities enrich and transform various fields. Each session will feature experts discussing the importance of integrating literature, history, philosophy, and the social sciences in industries such as technology, healthcare, sports, and environmentalism. Explore the profound connection between the humanities and […]