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Since 1973, Florida Humanities has invested more than $20 million to fund programs that preserve and share Florida's history and heritage, promote civic engagement and encourage community conversations.

Looking for a Grant? Who We Fund click for more Our funding opportunities support public programming for libraries, museums, historical societies, public institutions and other nonprofit cultural organizations. Funding Opportunities
Want to Make an Impact? Support Our Work click for more A “Newtown Alive” podcast series funded by a Community Project Grant featured 10 oral history interviews of African American pioneers in Sarasota. A panel discussion at Selby Botanical Gardens featured the stories of several Newtown residents who lived and worked on the property. From left: Evelyn Waters, Newtown Alive founder Vickie Oldham, Yvonne Brown, Kaveecia Moore and Selby Gardens education director Jeannie Perales. (Photo: Daniel Perales, www.Danielperales.com) Your generosity helps us preserve and share the stories that connect our communities and define Florida’s unique sense of place. Support the Humanities
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Experience Events Around the State

From exhibits to community talks to festivals, Florida Humanities supports public programming that educates, inspires and connects people across the Sunshine State.

Sep 12 — Jacksonville, Florida

Celebrate America 250: Fresh & Funny Stories About Abraham Lincoln

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Dive into award-winning content from Florida Humanities, our funded partners, scholars, filmmakers and more!

Read FORUM Magazine

Our award-winning magazine explores the people, places and moments that make Florida a state like no other.

Explore Our Anthology

This commemorative book, curated from the archives of FORUM magazine, presents 50 often surprising and always intriguing stories of life in Florida by some of the nation’s most talented writers.

Take a Tour

“Florida Stories” tours are packed with photos and rich audio that share the history and heritage of Florida’s cities and towns in a way you’ve never experienced before!