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: transcending boundaries – trans histories and liberation
Join us at the next Culture Series with guest curator Cooper Joslin and hear first hand accounts from local Trans individuals fighting for better rights.
WTOP News: MEET THE ROLLER SKATE HISTORIAN
Check out the story from WTOP on DC’s own Roller Skate Historian, Tasha Klusmann.
WE MADE A ZINE!
Check out the Curious Minds Zine, featuring the powerful stories from the first Community Journalism Program Cohort.
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