About the MHC
We’re a statewide nonprofit that uses books, poetry, and big ideas to bring people together to discuss issues of importance. We’re a program partner, grant-maker, and connector of people and communities.
Programs
For all Maine people
We work with individuals and organizations across the state of Maine to connect people with books, communities with ideas, and strangers with one another.
Grants
Funding for humanities programs and projects
Our grants support projects with well-developed humanities content, strong participation from a scholar or topic expert, robust support from partners in the community, and plans to reach a broad and diverse public audience.
Upcoming Events
Latest News
Sep 11, 2024
SEPTEMBER 2024 Mini Grant Awards
2024’s summer Mini Grant awardees include community storytelling projects, museum…
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Jul 15, 2024
Summer 2024 Arts & Humanities Grant Awards
2024's summer Arts & Humanities Grant awardees include an exhibit…
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Jun 10, 2024
Inside & Out: The Humanities and Mass Incarceration
How Might Humanities Councils Engage with People and Organizations Most…
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May 13, 2024
Spring 2024 Mini Grant Awards
Over $15,000 supporting Eight projects across Maine2024’s spring Mini Grant…
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