inspiring. engaging. enriching.
The humanities are how we understand ourselves and our world and how we communicate that understanding to others. South Carolina Humanities funds, promotes, counsels, and coordinates all manner of thoughtful (and thought-provoking) endeavors—exhibits, documentaries, discussion forums, research, planning, workshops, dramatizations, lectures, and on and on—that pertain to the humanities.
How can you get involved?
We are a small organization, but we accomplish big things with our partners throughout South Carolina.
We help to build communities and move South Carolina forward as a state. SC Humanities reaches many rural areas, increasing the cultural capacity of local institutions and providing local economic impact.
Won’t you join us in this endeavor?
Apply for a Grant
There are several categories of grants available to nonprofits, including major grants, mini & planning grants, and fast-track literary grants.
Request a Speaker
Request one of South Carolina’s finest scholars to share their knowledge and to spark discussions about human values, traditions, and cultures.
Start a Conversation
The "Let's Talk About It" book discussion series has long been the backbone of library programming offered by SC Humanities with assistance from the SC State Library.
Donate Today
Your support matters. Commit to a monthly gift or support a program that you are passionate about.
Attend an Event
Attend an exhibition or lecture, sign-up for a workshop, and more.
Celebrate the Humanities
The annual Governor's Awards in the Humanities Luncheon celebrates excellence in the humanities.
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Ecos: Resonances of South Carolina Latino Stories
The exhibit Ecos: Resonances of South Carolina Latino Stories will be on display at the Public Works Art Center in Summerville, SC from July 30 – September 10,
Eight New Speakers Added to the Speakers Bureau: Humanities Out Loud Roster
SC Humanities is pleased to announce that eight new speakers have joined the Speakers Bureau: Humanities Out Loud program in 2021. Offering a variety of
2021 Governor’s Awards in the Humanities Announced
South Carolina Humanities is pleased to announce the 2021 recipients of the Governor’s Awards in the Humanities and the Fresh Voices in the Humanities Awards.
SC Humanities Growth Grants
Click here to download the Spanish version. South Carolina Humanities is honored to provide funding to humanities organizations facing financial hardship as a result of
“The Story of Hamburg: South Carolina’s Lost Town” Exhibit
The Arts & Heritage Center of North Augusta has created an original exhibit about “The Story of Hamburg: SC’s Lost Town” that will open to
A Call for Nominations for the Board of Directors
SC Humanities operates as a tax-exempt, non-profit corporation granting funds received from federal (National Endowment of the Humanities), corporate, state, and private sources. The Board
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Ecos: Resonances of South Carolina Latino Stories
The exhibit Ecos: Resonances of South Carolina Latino Stories will be on display at the Public Works Art Center in Summerville, SC from July 30 – September 10,
Carolina Knives: The Roots of a Revival
From July 19 to December 20, 2021, McKissick Museum at the University of South Carolina will present Carolina Knives: The Roots of a Revival, an
Black Carolinians Speak: Portraits of a Pandemic
The SC African American Heritage Commission (SCAAHC) will open the exhibit “Black Carolinians Speak: Portraits of a Pandemic,” on Friday, July 16, 2021 at the
Eight New Speakers Added to the Speakers Bureau: Humanities Out Loud Roster
SC Humanities is pleased to announce that eight new speakers have joined the Speakers Bureau: Humanities Out Loud program in 2021. Offering a variety of
Christmas in July at Olympia Mill Village Museum
The Olympia Mill Village Museum will present two free classes on July 13 and July 14, 2021 that will combine elements of historic education, crafting,
2021 Governor’s Awards in the Humanities Announced
South Carolina Humanities is pleased to announce the 2021 recipients of the Governor’s Awards in the Humanities and the Fresh Voices in the Humanities Awards.
Richland Library Launches a StoryWalk Trail in Blythewood
Richland Library has launched their first interactive StoryWalk® in the Midlands, located at Doko Meadows Park in Blythewood. The project offers families the opportunity to
SC Humanities Growth Grants
Click here to download the Spanish version. South Carolina Humanities is honored to provide funding to humanities organizations facing financial hardship as a result of
“The Story of Hamburg: South Carolina’s Lost Town” Exhibit
The Arts & Heritage Center of North Augusta has created an original exhibit about “The Story of Hamburg: SC’s Lost Town” that will open to
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