Voices of History Scranton: Stories of family
PA Humanities is excited to present Voices of History Scranton. In these first two videos, we meet women whose lives were shaped by family, faith, loss, and identity. Both stories illuminate the strength found in belonging, both newly discovered and long-cherished, and the ways in which the women carry memories, build connections and find meaning in where they come from.
Let’s Rise: Stories of youth engagement and education
Welcome to the next installment of LET’S RISE, the PA Humanities statewide video project, created in partnership with Emmy-winning filmmaker Kelly Dessoye in celebration of our 50th anniversary. In December, we’re spotlighting how young people are engaging with the humanities through PA Humanities programs and initiatives and finding new ways to understand themselves, one another, and their communities. We invite you to watch and reflect, and join us in ensuring that the humanities remain a vibrant force in Pennsylvania.
When numbers meet narratives, a deeper understanding unfolds
People often think of the humanities in the academic sense – discussions of philosophy or literature in a college lecture hall or a visit to a historical site or museum. But PA Humanities has always taken a broader view, especially when it comes to people and the value of their stories. Learn how PA Humanities champions the use of stories as data in order to better understand and support Pennsylvania’s creative and cultural ecosystem.
Year 2 of Youth-Led Humanities Launches with New Opportunities for Pennsylvania Teens
PA Humanities’ Youth-Led Humanities (YLH) program continues this fall with 20 public libraries and out-of-school time (OST) organizations. These sites, representing both rural and urban communities across the state, have demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering youth leadership and engagement through the humanities. The returning Teen Advisory Council — made up of youth from participating YLH sites — will take on special projects to make the program even more youth-centered.
Let’s Rise: Stories of connecting through culture
Welcome to the next installment of LET’S RISE, the PA Humanities statewide video project, created in partnership with Emmy-winning filmmaker Kelly Dessoye in celebration of our 50th anniversary. This month we’re spotlighting how three different organizations uplift culture and use the tools of the humanities to connect and create positive change in their communities.
Let’s Rise: Stories of Pennsylvania history
Welcome to the next installment of LET’S RISE, the PA Humanities statewide video project, created in partnership with Emmy-winning filmmaker Kelly Dessoye in celebration of our 50th anniversary. We’re spotlighting Pennsylvania’s multi-layered history, exploring how the humanities help us remember, honor, and learn from the stories that shape who we are.