Our Passion
What connects us as people?
The role of Maryland Humanities is to inspire learning and promote dialogue about our heritage, culture, and future as Marylanders. While the humanities have the power to impact all of us collectively, the rewards of engaging with literature, history, philosophy, and social sciences are also deeply personal.
That’s what keeps people coming back to Maryland Humanities day after day and year after year. Your support is everything—the programs you participate in, the events you attend across the state, the radio broadcasts you listen to, and the stories you explore on this website. For appreciating what we do, for working toward stronger communities and a better state, and for your unwavering support, we are extremely grateful.
Our Impact in Maryland
From Garrett County to Worcester County and everywhere in between, our programs are capturing the attention and imaginations of more and more Marylanders every year.
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Towns in which Maryland Humanities programs were held
$171,811
Value of volunteer hours
567
Maryland Humanities events
889
Volunteers
37,952
Youth Program Participants
6,020
Maryland Humanities volunteer hours
109,091
Participants in our programs
221
Maryland Humanities scholars
413
Maryland Humanities donors
Human Experience
What Are The Humanities?
Through the humanities, we think about who we are – our ideas, our histories, our literature, our values – and how we relate to one another. The humanities foster understanding and improve our ability to interact amicably and meaningfully. The humanities include literature, history, philosophy, archaeology, languages, theology, jurisprudence, ethics, art history, architecture, and some disciplines of the social sciences.
Our Staff & Board
Meet the people whose expertise and talent bring Maryland Humanities’ programs to life.
Our Partners
Our partners help deliver educational experiences that inspire us all to create a better Maryland.
Jobs & Opportunities
Are you passionate about the humanities and want to help bring them to life in Maryland? Join us!
2025 Annual Report
Standing Together for the Humanities
As we reflect on 2025, it was a year that demanded resolve, creativity, and courage, as Maryland Humanities faced the sudden loss of more than half of our operating budget with the illegal termination of federal funding. However, with the support of our community, we were able to adapt and continue serving Marylanders across the state. Our 2025 Annual Report reflects what that support made possible and the work that continues because of it. Thank you for standing with Maryland Humanities.
Join us and support our cause today!
We’re a statewide, educational nonprofit organization that creates and supports bold experiences that explore and elevate our shared stories to connect people, enhance lives, and enrich communities.