Rarely in our history have Montanans been more divided over basic issues and priorities than they are now. Rarely have they faced a future so complex and rapidly changing. And rarely has the need for informed and engaged citizens been greater.

In view of these circumstances, Humanities Montana has decided to emphasize public affairs throughout all its programs. We have undertaken a new grant initiative, inviting proposals for projects of all sorts (conferences, workshops, lectures, media, etc.) that examine public issues and bring the humanities to bear upon them.

We also offer new Speakers Bureau and OpenBook programs that similarly focus on public affairs in Montana and beyond.