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At PA Humanities, we believe in the power of storytelling to cross barriers and build connections. Explore stories of how PA Humanities teamed up with people and communities around the state to use the humanities as a tool for everything from youth development to community building to lifelong education. These stories show how the humanities are helping to shape Pennsylvania’s future.

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Federal Cuts to Libraries and Museums Threaten PA Communities: PA Humanities Statement on IMLS Elimination

On March 14, 2025, an executive order was issued calling to effectively eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the federal agency that provides funding to museums, libraries, and other cultural organizations nationwide. This unprecedented action threatens to cut off necessary support that these institutions rely on to serve their communities.  At this critical moment, PA Humanities stands firmly against this proposal and is committed to advocating for continued investment in Pennsylvania’s libraries and museums.
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