PA Humanities

PA Humanities is featured in an excellent Q&A with New America exploring how storytelling can strengthen communities and grow civic engagement. newamerica.org/insights/the-h…

The Teen Reading Lounge at Brandywine Community Library (supported by our Youth-Led Humanities grant) was named “Outstanding Teen Program” by Berks County Public Libraries. Congrats to all! bctv.org/2026/03/10/win…

We were proud to represent Pennsylvania at Humanities on the Hill 2026 this week in Washington, D.C.! We met with nearly all federal legislative offices to advocate for federal support for the National Endowment for the Humanities. #250th @HumFed @RepSummerLee @RepMackenzie

Community Heart & Soul and PA Humanities are teaming up with residents in Honesdale, Pennsylvania to launch a new storytelling project, "Following the Phases." It follows the borough’s exciting PA Heart & Soul journey from start to finish. youtu.be/jbTco6KWahY?si…

“When young people feel respected as humans they have a stake in what they’re doing... they’re more likely to show up and keep showing up.” Read about how we're rethinking youth engagement through the humanities. pahumanities.org/conversations/…

Congrats to Nina Riley, our Community Programs Manager, for being named one of @CityAndStatePA's 2026 Black Trailblazers! We are so honored to have Nina on our team! #geanina-riley" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cityandstatepa.com/power-lists/20…

We're proud to share the final stories from Voices of History Scranton, part of the statewide Voices of History initiative amplifying the lived experiences of Black Pennsylvanians. pahumanities.org/conversations/…

Apply by February 20th for priority consideration! 👇

Register now to join us TODAY at 12PM for a live webinar introducing our new report, Cultural Dynamics! This project was developed by Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, PA Humanities, Drexel University, and Creative Philadelphia. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Big things are happening in Honesdale! The community has entered the first phase of PA Heart & Soul, a resident-driven process using the tools of the humanities to bring local voices together to help shape the town’s future. pahumanities.org/conversations/…

We hope you’ll join us for this important conversation about the future of arts and humanities in Philadelphia.

During this presentation, you’ll learn: ✅ The six key themes shaping Philadelphia’s cultural future ✅ What 6,000+ community comments reveal about space, funding, workforce, and visibility ✅ How the report informs the City’s Cultural Plan process

Register now for a live webinar presentation on Tuesday, February 17 at 12PM about our new report, Cultural Dynamics! us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Three new Voices of History Scranton videos share powerful reflections on family, faith, loss, and belonging. #BlackHistoryMonth pahumanities.org/conversations/…

Apply now for the 2026 #LeadLabSummit, an immersive creative leadership experience grounded in The Art + Impact of Courage. 📷  April 25–26, 2026 | Philadelphia 📷  Virtual follow-up: May 28, 2026 📷 Register here: lnkd.in/ex8yA7Qq

🎙️ Youth are shaping conversations about history, community, and justice at @slbradio. From hosting live broadcasts to choosing the topics that matter most to them, they are building confidence, creativity, and civic dialogue. #YouthLedHumanities pahumanities.org/conversations/…

🎉PA Humanities is proud to announce our first-ever 2026 #RainPoetry Grant awardees! 10 orgs across Pennsylvania will receive funding to support youth creativity through rain-activated poetry installations and public celebrations. #RainPoetryPA pahumanities.org/conversations/…

“There are fewer opportunities for the type of communion that happens when you share a story...” 🎥 Journalist/podcaster Lee Stabert shares how her partnership with PA Humanities created opportunities to engage people from across the state. #LetsRise youtu.be/Drs90CHZSc4?si…