I was impressed how the completed History Day projects helped bring the humanities to life for my students. The enthusiasm they had for the project was evident.
Bud ConeTeacher Participant, National History Day
Our Mission
To enrich the cultural and intellectual lives of all South Carolinians
About Us
South Carolina Humanities seeks to increase public understanding of and support for the humanities; telling the human story by awarding grants for high-quality public programs, by generating special humanities initiatives, and by bringing humanities perspectives to bear on contemporary issues. Our programs and initiatives are balanced, reflecting sensitivity to the diversity of ideas, encourage open dialogue, demonstrate integrity, and are ethical in operations.
Related Programs
#HumCitizen: News Literacy and the Future of Journalism
Columbia & Rock Hill, SC – [curriculum, forums, panels] The council will partner with Winthrop University and the SC Press Association to support a seven-month series of public programs as well as a class at Winthrop University and internship and volunteer opportunities for Winthrop students. (Students, Public)
FESTIVAL: SC Humanities Festival
Aiken, SC – [festival] The 24th Annual SC Humanities Festival will take place in Aiken, SC on April 12 – 14, 2018. The 2018 festival, sponsored by SC Humanities, USC Aiken, and the City of Aiken, will highlight the rich cultural history of Aiken and celebrate the arts and humanities. (Public)
GRANT: Crossroads: Change in Rural America
Sept. 1, 2017- [deadline] Learn more about SC Humanities new partnership with Museums on Main Street. (Grant Opportunity)
GRANT: SC Fast Track Literary Grants
Aug. 15, 2017- [deadline] Learn more about SC Humanities fast track literary grants (awards up to $3,000). (Grant Opportunity)
GRANT: SC Hometown Humanities Grants
Aug. 16, 2017- [deadline] Learn more about SC Humanities fast track literary grants (awards up to $8,000). (Grant Opportunity)
GRANT: SC Major Grants
Aug. 2017- [deadline] Learn more about SC Humanities major grants (awards between $2,000 and $8,000). (Grant Opportunity)
GRANT: SC Mini Grants
Ongoing- [deadline] Learn more about SC Humanities mini grants (awards up to $2,000). (Grant Opportunity)
GRANT: SC Planning Grants
Ongoing- [deadline] Learn more about SC Humanities planning grants (awards up to $2,000). (Grant Opportunity)
OVERVIEW: South Carolina Pulitzer Prizes Centennial Campfires Activities
2016 – [Archived] To commemorate the Pulitzer Prize centennial, SC Humanities partnered with SCETV, SC Public Radio and the University of South Carolina to present, “From the Jazz Age to the Digital Age: Pulitzer Prize Winners in South Carolina.” (Pulitzer Prizes Campfires, State Overview)
PROGRAM: Governor's Awards
Oct. 19, 2017 – [Columbia] Recognizing outstanding achievement in humanities research, teaching and scholarship. The 2017 awards luncheon will honor four South Carolinians. (Award)
PROGRAM: Let's Talk About It
Ongoing – [statewide] Book discussion series designed around themes ranging from women’s autobiography to heritage. (Reading and Discussion)
PROGRAM: SC The Bill of Rights and You
2016 to 2017 – [Archived] 15 South Carolina venues hosted copies of the 225th Anniversary of the Bill of Rights pop-up display created by the National Archives. (National Archives, Bill of Rights, Exhibit)
PROGRAM: South Carolina History Day
Ongoing – [statewide] A competition for students across SC to engage them in historical research and analysis. A National History Day affiliate program. (Competition)
PROGRAM: Speakers Bureau
Ongoing – [statewide] South Carolina’s finest scholars travel throughout the state to share interests and spark discussion. (Presentation/Lecture)
RESOURCE: SC Encyclopedia
Ongoing – [resource] The first comprehensive reference source of the people, history, and culture of South Carolina. (Publication, Online)
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