Events Calendar
In local communities across Florida, humanities-rich programming is making a lasting impact in the hearts and minds of Sunshine State residents and visitors alike. Florida Humanities is proud to partner with local community champions to bring you high-quality public programming through Community Project Grants, Florida Talks, Museum on Main Street, and more.
Alert: Some events may be canceled or postponed. We work to ensure that our events calendar remains accurate. We strongly urge you to call the event contact for any program you are interested in to confirm that the event is still planned.
Larry Yazzie and the Native Pride Dancers
Museum of Science & History 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL, United StatesThe Museum of Science and History Jacksonville hosts Larry Yazzie and the Native Pride Dancers for an evening of beautiful and powerful expression in movement and sound as they tell the stories of generations of Native American tradition and culture. A question and answer session about Native American history and current culture is included. Registration is required. Admission is $20 per person, no charge for parking. Light refreshments will be
Proactive & Intentional Community & Police Engagement
Smith Conference CenterMiami Center for Racial Justice is hosting "#ItStartsWithMeMiami," a community form and workshop to bring together the community and law enforcement for meaningful conversation. This program focuses on the power of finding solutions to the concerns between the community & police through proactive and intentional interaction with a historical context in addition to recruitment for careers in policing. Historical storytelling combined with personal testimonies often provide more insight and understanding
Modern History of Folk Music from the 60s – Part 3
Brockway Memorial Library 10021 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL, United StatesThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida International University is hosting a lecture series in collaboration with Brockway Memorial Library. This lecture is the third in a four-part series titled: Modern History of Folk Music from the 60s and will explore Country music as an alternative sound to the Beatles in the '60s. From Loretta Lynn to Johnny Cash, country music was just another component of America's historical roots. Enjoy
Riverwalk East Park Grand Opening
Riverwalk East Park 1312 2nd Ave East, Bradenton, FL, United StatesRealize Bradenton is hosting a grand opening event in the new City of Bradenton park on the Bradenton Riverwalk. Utilizing newly installed educational panels with historic illustrations from the book, Old Manatee A to Z, families will enjoy humanities-based activities focused on literacy, art, and heritage. Guests will learn about the mineral spring at the center of the park and all of the people who have gathered at this space
Marginalized Histories Discussion Forum
Online621 Gallery is hosting an online panel discussion, "Marginalized Histories Discussion Forum," as part of the Biannual Art + Tech Fest. Led by Grace Ali (Florida State University), the discussion will explore each panelists practice and how they relate to marginalized histories. Together, the panelists will provide insight on how marginalized voices and perspectives can be amplified to highlight meaningful exchange and connection on issues such as the Caribbean Diaspora,
Roots, Branches, and Trees: Hispanic Genealogy
Nova Southeastern University 3301 College Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United StatesThe Nova Southeastern University Center for the Humanities presents a presentation and workshop on family tree research strategies for the Hispanic community, featuring NSU faculty and genealogy expert Drs. Jim Doan and Emily Schmitt, and Genie Milgrom, a Hispanic-Judaic genealogy expert and author. This event is part of the Center's 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month series of programming: "Generaciones: Cycles of Life." The series celebrates the importance of family and the
Living with the Atomic Bomb: 1945-1965
Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street Miami, Florida Green Library, Room 422 (Special Collections), Miami, FL, United StatesThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at FIU is hosting a lecture the explores post-war America in the mid-twentieth century. The threat of an atomic bomb attack was felt throughout the nation in the 1950s and 1960s, including in the state of Florida, especially during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. From duck and cover drills for children and youth, to family and community fallout shelters, to city and statewide civil
With A Made Up Mind: History of the Black vote in Southwest Florida
North Port Public Library 13800 Tamiami Trail, North Port, Florida, United StatesWGCU Public Media will screen a short documentary about the history of the Black vote in Southwest Florida titled, "With A Made Up Mind." After the 18-minute video, the facilitator will discuss related issues and themes from the documentary with the group. For example, what current issues around voting and local elections are challenging to your community? The group will also discuss possible solutions. The facilitator will invite attendees to
Dia de los Muertos: Remember Me
Nova Southeastern University 3301 College Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United StatesThe NSU Center for the Humanities presents an interactive presentation from Florida Day of the Dead organizers, celebrating the rich history and practices of customs that honor the lives of the departed. This event is part of the Center's 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month series of programming: "Generaciones: Cycles of Life." The series celebrates the importance of family and the way that the joys and sorrows of life's transitions generate new
Before the Pioneers: Connecting Ancient and Contemporary South Florida Virtual Lecture
OnlineThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at FIU is hosting a lecture the explores the early indigenous cultures of Florida. The 4,000-year human history of the North Bank of the Miami River illustrates how and why ancient and early-modern peoples profoundly shaped the development of Florida long before Henry Flagler, Julia Tuttle and other so-called Miami pioneers. Explore the stories of Tequesta and Seminole Indians, Spanish missionaries, African slaves and white
CFK Poetics featuring Tom Hunley, Lecture 1
The College of the Florida Keys Library 901 College Road, Key West, FLThe College of the Florida Keys is hosting CFK Poetics , a series that aims to develop awareness of an immersion in the humanities landscape by connecting students and the community with poetry on the national level in a way that is immediate to their own experiences. Since 2019, visiting poets have come to Key West or appeared virtually to share their work and have conversations with the student body
CFK Poetics Reading featuring Tom Hunley, Lecture
Tennessee Williams Theatre 5901 College Road, Key West, FL, United StatesThe College of the Florida Keys is hosting CFK Poetics , a series that aims to develop awareness of an immersion in the humanities landscape by connecting students and the community with poetry on the national level in a way that is immediate to their own experiences. Since 2019, visiting poets have come to Key West or appeared virtually to share their work and have conversations with the student body
Outpost to Statehood: The Florida Territory
Pinellas Pioneer Settlement 2900 31st Street South, St. Petersburg, FL, United StatesMany of the events and themes that appeared on a large scale throughout the United States in the years leading up to the Civil War were also evident in Florida during its time as a US Territory, 1821 to 1845. Told through the use of historic maps, this presentation showcases how Florida was home to many important events and trends that preceded those in the American West after the Civil
From These Roots We Thrive: A Multi-Generational Charge to Preserve African American History
ACCORD CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM 79 Bridge Street, St. Augustine, FL, United StatesAnniversary to Commemorate the Civil Rights Demonstrations (ACCORD) is hosting speakers series called "From These Roots We Thrive: A Multi-Generational Charge To Preserve African American History. The first talk will present Dr. Yanela G. Mcleod (Florida A&M University) for a Q&A and small group discussion on the societal impacts of preserving African American History. Dr. Mcleod will discuss her current work in social history, journalism and film that highlights the
The Ocoee Florida Massacre
Pinellas County African American History Museum 1101 Marshall Street, Clearwater, FL, United StatesThe Pinellas County African American History Museum presents "The Ocoee Florida Massacre" by professor Vincent Adejumo. Ocoee is a small town in west Orange county first settled in the 1850s. On November 2, 1920, July Perry and Mose Norman, both of whom were Black, attempted to vote at the local polling stations. However, the Klu Klux Klan attacked and killed multiple Black citizens of the town. This presentation investigates the
Ask a Fisherman
Florida Maritime Museum 4415 119th St West, Cortez, FL, United StatesThe Friends of the Florida Maritime Museum is hosting a free public opportunity to "Ask a Fisherman." Are you curious about local fishing? Come speak to commercial fishermen about what they catch and how they target specific fisheries. Ask questions about equipment used and what they've seen out on the water. Children of all ages are encouraged to participate. This event will be held during the Florida Maritime Museum's 24th
Modern History of Folk Music from the 60s – Part 4
Brockway Memorial Library 10021 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL, United StatesThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida International University is hosting a lecture series in collaboration with Brockway Memorial Library. This lecture is the fourth in a 4-part series titled: Modern History of Folk Music from the 60s. The 1960s took folk music to another level. It was no longer simply a means to pass along traditional folklore, but rather a new genre to go mainstream. While the history of
What in the World? How Walt Created Disney World
Virtual/OnlineWhen Walt Disney realized cheap tourist traps were enveloping Disneyland, he began a nationwide search for enough land to hold every dream he could imagine. What happened next would require a heightened degree of CIA-level secrecy for Disney's undercover team, who launched a misinformation campaign that included dummy corporations and secret transaction. However, when a keen-eyed reporter cracked the code, Disney was forced to show his hand. Audiences will be
Rhythm in Humanities: The Blue Roots Underground
COPA 1047 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL, United StatesFrom Ray Charles to Gloria Estefan to the Adderley Brothers to the Allman Brothers, Florida's musical roots run deep. This engaging pop-up series explores Florida's music and culture through storytelling and performance, hosted by Tampa Bay musician and teaching artist J.J. Pattishall and friends. Join us for an evening of cuisine, cocktails and soaking up soulful sounds and stories from across the Sunshine State. Pattishall will be joined by Aron
Stories of Florida—Con Sabor! at Museum Nights: Noche de Museo
Harn Museum of Art 3259 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL, United StatesFlorida stories have never been the same since Ponce de Leon first arrived in 1513. Flowing seamlessly between Spanish and English, this presentation connects personal, historical, and traditional Florida tales with the history, peoples, and cultures of Florida, con un poco sabor Latino- with a bit of Latino flavor! Registration is not required and admission is free to attend. This event is a part of the Harn Museum's Museum Nights: