About Maine Humanities
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 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.
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Latest News
May 29, 2026
In the News: Bath Arts Center, Maine Humanities Team up for Smithsonian Initiative
Every year, in Washington, D.C., the Smithsonian Folklife Institute holds…
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May 21, 2026
We’re Hiring
Hybrid Office Administrator: Maine Humanities is seeking a highly organized,…
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