June 30, 2026
We’re Taking a Sabbatical
The Maine Humanities office will be closed the month of July 2026
What's Happening
The Latest News from the MHC
June 17, 2026
Deep Dive: From Participant to Facilitator
Meghan Reedy speaks with an important partner in our work. While incarcerated, Brian participated in a number Maine Humanities book group programs and later helped facilitate them.
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 a festival celebrating living cultural heritage. It’s a prestigious and meaningful project that brings together tradition bearers from communities across the United States.
May 21, 2026
We’re Hiring
Hybrid Office Administrator: Maine Humanities is seeking a highly organized, efficient, and proactive contract Office Manager to support our operations and building management.
April 9, 2026
Deep Dive: Ayesha Hall
Diane Magras speaks with Ayesha Hall, a member of the Maine Humanities Board, about the impact of our work and the books we use.
March 12, 2026
Gather: Folklives and Foodways
GET TICKETS! June 13, 2026, Chocolate Church Arts Center. Join a special public event celebrating the stories we tell through music and foodways, and what they say about our connections to the past and our hopes for the future.
February 12, 2026
Introducing Book Group
Since Maine Humanities opened its doors 50 years ago, book groups have been the core of what we do.
January 14, 2026
Grantee Feature: Wabanaki Veteran’s Community History Exhibit
The Abbe Museum of Wabanaki art, history, and culture created a new permanent installation where the stories of Wabanaki Veterans can be kept and told.