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 learning experiences that prepare students to think, reason, and communicate clearly.
Lincoln Essay Contest | Poetry Out Loud
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.
Let’s Talk About It, Oklahoma
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