Announcement
April 2, 2026
Twenty-nine leading scholars will come to the Center from universities and colleges in fifteen US states, the District of Columbia, and Ghana.
From the Director
Dec 9, 2025
Kathleen DuVal chronicles a thousand years of Indigenous history in North America and reframes centuries of Native American agency.
Announcements
Nov 4, 2025
The Presidential Scholar in Residence initiative invites distinguished humanities leaders to participate in the robust intellectual life of the Center.
Announcements
Sep 4, 2025
Teachers from schools in twelve states will work with the Center’s staff to pilot, evaluate, and promote resources and programs for collegiate and pre-collegiate educators.
Announcements
Aug 13, 2025
James Rhee articulates a philosophy that makes tangible the critical roles of trust, dignity, and systems thinking in designing and fostering thriving organizations.
Announcements
Aug 5, 2025
The National Humanities Center stands firmly in support of the Smithsonian Institution, its administration, and its museum professionals.
Announcements
Jun 6, 2025
After a nationwide search, the National Humanities Center is pleased to announce the selection of historian Blair LM Kelley as its next president and director.