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
Mar 17, 2023
Samma Abdurraqib Meet and Greet
Join us for a community reception at Lewiston Public Library
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Mar 13, 2023
Read ME 2023 Books
Announcing the Featured Books for Summer 2023!Recommending Author Colin Woodard…
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Nov 22, 2022
Fall 2022 Arts & Humanities Grant Awards
Over $4,000 supporting FIve projects across maineMechanics’ HallParticipatory Arts at…
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Sep 14, 2022
Summer 2022 Mini Grant Awards
Over $14,000 supporting eight projects across maineMaine Multicultural CenterBangor$1,000Saco School…
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