Nevada Humanities.

Explore. Experience. Engage.

Nevada Humanities provides opportunities for Nevadans to explore, experience, engage, and understand the world around them. We create programs and support projects that define the Nevada experience, feature local culture and heritage, and facilitate the investigation of ideas that matter to Nevadans and their communities.

Nevada Humanities around the state

2013 Nevada Humanities Awards
Written by: Nevada Humanities

Nevada Humanities honors the achievements of six extraordinary individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to Nevada’s communities by using the tools of the humanities to strengthen and enhance the lives of Nevadans. Nevada Humanities Awards are awarded every other year.

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June Salon: Reno's Punk Legacy
Written by: Nevada Humanities

"Punk is still the generally accepted term for that which is dangerous. People can say punk is dead, but Big Band music isn't dead in that sense. Punk won't be dead until something more dangerous replaces it." Jello Biafra, from a 1983 interview with Goblin Magazine.
Join us for our June Salon as we explore "Reno's Punk Legacy." Friday June 21st at 6:00 p.m. at Sundance Books and Music...

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2013 Nevada Humanities Chautauqua
Written by: Nevada Humanities

Nevada Humanities presents the 2013 Nevada Humanities Chautauqua festival, June 24 – 27, at the Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater at Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000...

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