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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.
In Fall 2022, South Carolina Humanities celebrates fifty years as the humanities council representing the Palmetto State.
Here’s how we plan to celebrate this golden milestone:
› A new traveling exhibition, Resilience and Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina ‹
› The publishing of our 50-year history ‹
› A gala event on March 11, 2023 that is not to be missed ‹
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.
Featured News
New Native American Exhibit Opens in Lancaster
The exhibition “Resilience and Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina” will open in South Carolina on Thursday, August 18th at the Native American
Smithsonian Exhibit “Voices and Votes” Opens in Aiken
The traveling Smithsonian exhibit Voices and Votes: Democracy in America will open at the Aiken County Historical Museum in partnership with Second Baptist Church of Aiken on Saturday,
2022 Governor’s Awards & Fresh Voices in the Humanities Recipients Announced
South Carolina Humanities is pleased to announce the 2022 recipients of the Governor’s Awards in the Humanities and the Fresh Voices in the Humanities Awards.
SC Humanities Receives a Grant from Dominion Energy in support of “Voices & Votes”
South Carolina Humanities has been awarded a $25,000 social justice grant from Dominion Energy to support travel and programming for the Smithsonian traveling exhibition “Voices
Now Accepting Board of Directors Nominations
South Carolina Humanities is accepting nominations to become a member of our Board of Directors. New members will begin three-year terms in November 2022. Board members
SC Humanities Announces its 2022 Student Scholarship Recipients
South Carolina Humanities offers an annual scholarship for one undergraduate and one graduate student who have declared a major or are enrolled in a Master’s degree
News Stories
South Carolina Writers on Page and Screen – Reading and Discussion Series
The Aiken County Public Library will be presenting an original Let’s Talk About It series titled “South Carolina Writers on Page and Screen” from September
South Carolina New Play Festival – What Makes a Good Play?
The Community Foundation of Greenville is sponsoring the South Carolina New Play Festival in Greenville on August 12 – 14, 2022. The festival will include
The Supper Table – Exhibit and Community Programs
The Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage will present “The Supper Table,” a unique exhibit about South Carolina women and their impact on the state from
Judicial Complicity: Past to Present – A Community Panel
Glow Lyric Theatre will present a community panel discussion about South Carolina’s history of racial terror and the contemporary societal impacts. This discussion will take
Lecture Series in Lancaster
The Lancaster Cultural Arts Center is offering a new monthly, lunchtime lecture series featuring presentations and discussions on a wide range of topics. The free hour-long
Oconee History Museum Launches Digital Exhibit Series – “Why We Celebrate”
Oconee History Museum, in partnership with Lake Hartwell Country, has created a new digital exhibit series called Why We Celebrate. This project explores the history
Sounds of America Exhibit
The Sigal Music Museum will open its newest exhibit Sounds of America on Friday, July 8, 2022, and it will be on display through the
“Meltdown in Dixie” Screenings and Discussions Around the State
The Center for Creative Partnerships will coordinate a series of public screenings and discussions of the documentary Meltdown in Dixie (2021), which examines the complexities of race
Smithsonian Exhibit “Voices and Votes” Opens in Laurens
The traveling Smithsonian exhibit Voices and Votes: Democracy in America will open at the Laurens County Museum on Saturday, June 4th, 2022. The exhibition examines the nearly 250-year-old
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