Representation Matters – Beyond the Binary: A History of Gender and Sexual Fluidity

Arizona Humanities 1242 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Many people are confused by the seeming influx of new terms to describe gender and sexuality that have emerged in the last decade: nonbinary, genderfluid, genderqueer, pansexual, polysexual, and so on. But fluid conceptions of gender and sexuality (those that fall outside the binary concepts of male/female or heterosexual/homosexual) have been around for a long time. And […]

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Representation Matters – The Art of Drag

Burton Barr Central Library - Pulliam Auditorium 1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, United States

The Art of Drag -- a performance of exaggerated gender expression intended to highlight the performative aspect of gender --has never been more popular or controversial than it is today. This program, presented by ASU faculty member and Drag Story Hour Arizona president David Boyles and local drag legend Felicia Minor, will discuss the history […]

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Diné Bikéyah, Bee Hózhó (From Beauty is the Land) – Writing Workshop

Navajo Nation Library Hwy 264 and Postal Loop Road, Window rock, Arizona

What is our relationship to the land? How is our relationship affected by climate change? Join us for an interactive writing workshop about the past, present, and future of Dinétah, with poet and artist, Amber McCrary, and creative writing professor, Shaina Nez. We will explore how writing can help us understand the environmental challenges shaping […]

Climate Conversations – Hot House: The Converging Crises of Housing Shortage and Climate Change

Arizona Humanities 1242 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Arizona is on the frontlines of two simultaneous modern crises: a housing shortage crisis and a climate change crisis. These two problems are generally addressed separately, but how we solve one will impact our options for solving the other. Join environmental journalist Joan Meiners for a talk about a project to be published in The […]

Representation Matters – The Art of Drag with David Boyles and Felicia Minor

AZ, United States

The Art of Drag -- a performance of exaggerated gender expression intended to highlight the performative aspect of gender --has never been more popular or controversial than it is today. In this two-part program, David Boyles, ASU Professor and Drag Story Hour Arizona President, will discuss the history of drag, and legendary and award-winning performer […]

2023 Hands-On Humanities Awards Celebration

AZ, United States

Since the inaugural awards in 1990, Arizona Humanities has recognized individuals who advance the humanities in Arizona through their scholarship, leadership, support, and advocacy. Our theme, "Hands-On Humanities," refers to the hands-on commitment exemplified by our awardees. Join us as we celebrate this year's award recipients! Register Here The 2023 Hands-On Humanities Awards Ceremony will […]

Nelly Queen: The Life and Times of José Sarria – Film Screening and Q&A

Mesa Community College - Navajo Room 1833 W. Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ, United States

Join us for a special screening of the documentary Nelly Queen: The Life and Times of José Sarria. This documentary resurrects the forgotten legacy of an LGBTQ trailblazer and pioneering drag performer. The film will be introduced by director Joe Castel, producer Mario Novoa and members of the Imperial Court of Arizona. And join us after for […]

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Climate Conversations – A Tale of Two Forests: Histories of Ecology and Management in Mexico and Arizona

Arizona Humanities 1242 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Why does Arizona hold prescribed burns of over-dense forest, when most of Mexico has no need to, even in similar ecosystems? Who lives in Arizona forestlands, and Mexican ones, and why does it matter? Why do some large mammals (the Mexican wolf and mule deer, among others) thrive in one country more than the other? […]

Climate Conversations – Who Has Access? Water and Life along the Colorado River

Virtual AZ, United States

Access to water is essential for communities across Arizona. Climate change and drought are worsening water issues in the Southwest, especially for many living on the Navajo Nation. How are past water laws, current policies, and recent Supreme Court decisions shaping water rights today? Who has water, and who does not? Join us for a […]

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Representation Matters – Reframing American History through the Japanese Experience: A Conversation about Community Storytelling

Virtual AZ, United States

As Americans grapple with increasing tension and division, what can we learn from the past to connect with each other? Arizona has a rich history with Japanese Americans since the 19th century. Hundreds of acres of the land were once owned by Japanese-American farmers who created thriving agriculture communities, producing and delivering products across and […]

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