Our Story

“Engaging in the stories of the present and the past to build a better future for Tennesseans.”

MISSION:

To foster community and civility in Tennessee through public programs that examine and reflect upon ideas, stories, history, arts, and culture.

ABOUT:

Humanities Tennessee is a non-profit organization that fosters community and civility in Tennessee through engaging programs that examine and reflect upon ideas, stories, history, arts and culture. In addition to our own programming, we partner with a variety of organizations across the state who are similarly encouraging community dialogue and activities that push us to think deeper and develop mutual respect and understanding for each other.

Humanities Tennessee, formerly the Tennessee Humanities Council, is the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Founded in 1973, we continue to develop ways to connect, learn, and grow as a community.