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MHC at 40: Looking Back, Moving Forward
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Still Curious? Series Examines the Story Behind the Monkey
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Beyond Swastika and Jim Crow Exhibit Visits Tougaloo
Food For Thought
A statewide conversation about the aesthetics, ethics and politics of foodVisit the Food For Thought site...
Family Literacy Project
Encouraging families to read books and talk about ideas together.Read about the Family Literacy program...
Oral History Program
Documenting and preserving the history and culture of Mississippi.Read about the Oral History program...
Public Awards
Recognizing outstanding public humanities contributions.Read more about public awards...
MHC Speakers Bureau
Connecting you with pre-approved speakers for events.Read about the Speakers Bureau...
Meaning of Service
Service volunteers sharing & discussing experiences.Read about the Meaning of Service...
MHC at 40: Looking Back, Moving Forward
This year, 2012, the Mississippi Humanities Council marks its 40th year of encouraging Mississippians "to learn, to think, to imagine; to honor our traditions while envisioning a better society; to instill a sense of ethical behavior and civic responsibility in our children; to learn about the larger world of which we are a part."
Still Curious? Series Examines the Story Behind the Monkey
Curious George, the impish monkey protagonist of many adventures, may never have seen the light of day were it not for the determination and courage of his creators: illustrator H. A. Rey (1898 - 1977) and his wife, author and artist Margret Rey (1906 - 1996). This monthly art and humanities discussion series explores various themes associated with George and the emigration of his creators.
Husband of Former MHC Director Cora Norman Dies
Dr. William (Bill) H. Norman of Crossville, TN, died May 10, 2012, at the age of 97. Dr. William Norman was married to Dr. Cora Norman, founding director of the Mississippi Humanities Council, who retired from the Council in 1996.
MHC Concludes Grant-Writing/Evaluator Workshops
The Mississippi Humanities Council recently wrapped up a series of grant-writing and outside evaluator workshops held at various sites across the state. The workshops introduced new grant-writers to the Council's grants process and offered training for humanities scholars interested in becoming evaluators for Council-funded programs.
Public Input Invited for Delta National Heritage Areas
In 2009, Congress authorized the Mississippi Delta National Heritage Area, which includes 18 counties -- Bolivar, Carroll, Coahoma, DeSoto, Holmes, Humphreys, Issaquena, LeFlore, Panola, Quitman, Sharkey, Sunflower, Tallahatchie, Tate, Tunica, Warren, Washington and Yazoo. The public is invited to attend a series of Community Forums to learn about the National Heritage Area and share ideas to help plan to preserve, celebrate and share the important stories and places of the Mississippi Delta.
Wendell Berry Lecture Available Online
Wendell E. Berry, noted poet, essayist, novelist, farmer and conservationist, delivered the 41st Jefferson Lecture in the Humanities, entitled It All Turns on Affection, from the Concert Hall of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts April 23, 2012. The annual lecture, sponsored by National Endowment for the Humanities, is the most prestigious honor the federal government bestows for distinguished intellectual achievement in the humanities.
MHC Speaker to Present at Jimmie Rodgers Festival
Merrehope historic home, 905 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Dr., Meridian
Cafe Humanities Book Discussion Series in Tupelo
Link Centre, 1800 W. Main Street, Tupelo, MS, 6:30 to 8 PM
Still Curious? How George Came to Hattiesburg
Mississippi Museum of Art, 380 South Lamar Street, Jackson
Hattiesburg Book Store to Host Discussion Series
Main Street Books, 210 Main Street, Hattiesburg, MS, 6 to 7:30 PM