Former Board Chair Elected President of Arizona Citizens for the Arts
Congratulations to Dr. Thomas H. Wilson, Director of the Arizona Museum of Natural History! Dr. Wilson was elected President of the Arizona Citizens for the Arts which “acts as the eyes, […]
2015 Annual Report Now Available
The Arizona Humanities Annual Report 2014-2015 is now posted online.Check out programs and grants highlights, as well as the induction of our founding Executive Director Lorraine W. Frank into the […]
A glimpse inside Hop, Skip & Jump in Aguila, AZ
Mother’s Day 2007 is an anniversary of sorts for Librarian William Dudley. It marks the day 9 years ago when he started to work as Librarian and Small Branch Manager […]
FRANK Talks Launch at Arizona Libraries
In partnership with the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records, Arizona Humanities is excited to announce the launch of FRANK Talks. The goal of FRANK Talks is to inspire people […]
Host your next event at the Ellis-Shackelford House
Do you need a unique place to host your meeting, reception, or party? The historic Ellis-Shackelford House, home of Arizona Humanities, is available to rent for meetings, receptions, and other events. Built […]
Welcome Development Director, Celeste Winters!
Arizona Humanities is pleased to announce the addition of Celeste Winters, CFRE, MAJ as Development Director. Executive Director Brenda Thomson noted “We are delighted to have Celeste Winters join the talented […]
Brenda Thomson Receives Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award
On April 13th, Arizona Humanities Executive Director Brenda Thomson received an Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award from Arizona State University. According to ASU, the award recognizes community members who’s […]
Hands-On-Humanities Camp Explores Latino History and Culture in Tucson
On Saturday, May 14th, youth ages 13-18 are invited to attend “Imagining Your Story,” a free interactive humanities camp at the Sonoran Science Academy in Tucson. Students and youth will […]
Art D’Core Gala Celebrates Hance Park on March 10th
At Arizona Humanities, we are located within a confluence of cultural and artistic organizations in the heart of downtown Phoenix. Our historic building, The Ellis-Shackelford House has seen many changes […]
Arizona Humanities Awards over $68,000 in Grant Awards
Arizona Humanities, a statewide nonprofit that supports public humanities programs across Arizona awarded 10 Project Grants totaling $68,609 to local and regional cultural organizations, educational institutions, and non-profits. Brenda Thomson, […]