Public Humanities Projects
National Endowment for the Humanities
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Public Humanities Projects program. The purpose of this program is to support projects that bring the ideas and insights of the humanities to life in three areas: (1) exhibitions, (2) historic site interpretations, and (3) public lectures and discussions. For 2027, NEH welcomes applications that promote deeper public understanding of the following topics: Western civilization and America’s place in it; great works of literature, history, philosophy, and theology and their relevance to contemporary questions; the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution; civic education; civil discourse; cultural literacy, and the practice of close reading. Public Lectures and Discussion Forums must address one of these interest areas. Awards range from $1 to $2,000,000.
Deadline
2026-12-16
Who can apply
Open to: Private institutions of higher education; State governments; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); City or township governments; County governments; Special district governments; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
Sources
Grants.gov. Last updated 2026-10-26.
Always confirm eligibility and deadlines on the funder's own page before applying.