inspiring. engaging.
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) endeavorsâexhibits, documentaries, discussion forums, research, planning, workshops, dramatizations, lectures, and on and onâthat 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.
Wonât 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 Carolinaâs 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.
Featured
Smithsonian Exhibit Water/Ways Opens at Congaree National Park
South Carolina Humanities, in cooperation with the Smithsonian Instituteâs Museum on Main Street program, is pleased to present the traveling Smithsonian exhibit Water/Ways in South Carolina. The
Announcing the SC Humanities Electoral Initiative
South Carolina Humanities is pleased to announce a series of virtual programs exploring the American electoral process. All eleven programs will be free, open to
New SC Humanities Student Scholarships
SC Humanities is pleased to announce that we have revised and reestablished an opportunity for students who are majoring in or pursuing a masters degree
News
Apply to Host the Smithsonian Exhibit “Voices and Votes”
SC Humanities is pleased to announce a special South Carolina tour of Voices and Votes: Democracy in America, an exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution. Developed as
Sisterhood: SC SuffragistsâThe Grimke Sisters through the Civil War
Sisterhood: South Carolina Suffragists is a trilogy of documentaries to commemorate the centennial of the 19th amendment. The first installment “The GrimkĂ© Sisters Through the Civil War”
Calls to Greatness – U.S. History
Actors Theater of South Carolina has created an audio/video project revealing 14 little-known heroes from U.S. history intended to inspire and comfort people who are
SC Humanities is Hiring
South Carolina Humanities is seeking an experienced, organized Administrative Assistant to support the staff and Board. Â The Administrative Assistant is responsible for preparing the following:Â
Charleston to Charleston 2020: Join the Conversation
Charleston to Charleston Inc. presented a 10-day virtual celebration of literature and ideas from November 6th – November 15th. “Charleston to Charleston 2020: Join the
Partisan Polarization, a 2020 Presidential Election Analysis
South Carolina Humanities and Clemson University are pleased to present âPartisan Polarization, a 2020 Presidential Election Analysis,â one of eleven virtual programs in the South
Smithsonian Exhibit Water/Ways Opens at Congaree National Park
South Carolina Humanities, in cooperation with the Smithsonian Instituteâs Museum on Main Street program, is pleased to present the traveling Smithsonian exhibit Water/Ways in South Carolina. The
“Exploring Omar” Virtual Discussion Series
Spoleto Festival USA will present “Exploring Omar,” a free, eight-part discussion series as part of the Festivalâs education and community engagement arm, Spoleto ETC. The hourlong programs, held
CSI: Keyboards
The Sigal Music Museum will present a series of 5 free lectures from November 2019 â February 2021 titled âCSI: Keyboardsâ that will engage the
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