Public Programs Programs:
Foreground Rural Initiative
Illinois Humanities is excited to announce Foreground Rural Initiative! A new multi-year project that seeks to strengthen the civic fabric of our state by amplifying the voices and lifting up the experiences of rural residents and their communities through the arts and humanities.
Learn MoreIllinois Speaks
Community-driven, small group conversations that strengthen society by fueling inquiry and conversation about the ideas and works that shape our culture.
Learn MoreSeeding Change? The Future of Our Farms and Communities
A three-part series looking at the connections between the future of agriculture and the future of rural Illinois communities - gathering people through conversations and meals.
Learn MoreVisions of Justice
An eight-part series of video screenings and community dialogues examining the far-reaching impacts of mass incarceration in Illinois communities.
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