Reports of the death of the humanities are greatly exaggerated……
I keep seeing articles about the erosion of the Humanities in the academic sphere. Maybe…
Author: Alyssa Bierce
Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Illinois
May brings with it fresh blooms and sunnier days, and the annual celebration of AAPI…
The RE:ACTION Workbook offers unique activities for incarcerated Illinoisans
In March of 2022, Illinois Humanities launched Envisioning Justice RE:ACTION, an exhibition and activation kit…
Celebrate National Poetry Month!
National Poetry Month is here again, bringing with it spring weather, brighter days, and exciting…
Celebrate Black History Month around Illinois
Illinois Humanities celebrates Black history, Black resistance, and Black futures this month – and every…
Illinois Humanities’ General Operating Grants Provide Critical Support for 14…
As a longtime grantor working to strengthen funding and infrastructure for humanities work statewide, Illinois…
Illinois Humanities 2022 Holiday Gift Guide
Still looking for the perfect gift? Our staff has curated a selection of books, experiences,…
December at Illinois Humanities with Executive Director Gabrielle Lyon
This is the time of year when we look back and reflect on all the…
2022: A Year in Grantee Stories
2022 was another great year for grant-making at Illinois Humanities. Through our grant opportunities, we…
The Road Scholars Speakers Bureau hits the road with 30…
A brand-new roster of 30 Road Scholars speakers will hit the road this January to bring…