OHC programs address two critical needs in our state: K-12 humanities education and community building. Our goal is to improve the quality of humanities education and to bring people together with learning experiences that foster meaningful conversation and a deeper understanding of the human experience.

K-12 Programs for Teachers and Students

OHC offers professional development for teachers and learning experiences that prepare students to think, reason, and communicate clearly.
Lincoln Essay Contest | Poetry Out Loud | Teacher Institutes

Cultural Experiences in Your Community

From traveling exhibits to community grants, OHC supports imaginative cultural programming at the local level. These events bring communities together and inspire new perspectives that build tolerance, cooperation, and civic pride.
Museum on Main Street | Oklahoma Chautauqua | Grants

Programs that Get People Talking

OHC programs promote meaningful conversation by offering a safe forum to raise questions and discuss issues. They’re a great way to connect with neighbors over books and ideas. 
Oklahoma Conversation in the Humanities |
Let’s Talk About It, Oklahoma | Oklahoma Connections

Awards for Excellence in the Humanities

By honoring excellence in the humanities field, OHC strives to enhance public understanding of the humanities and their importance to Oklahoma and the world. 
Oklahoma Humanities Awards | State Poet Laureate