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December 29, 2014
How Washington State Poet Laureate Elizabeth Austen Began Writing Poetry
Washington State Poet Laureate Elizabeth Austen recently finished a 12-day road trip. She plans on travelling to all 39 counties in the state as part of her two-year tenure.
December 15, 2014
Washington State Turns 125!
Humanities Washington was proud to join cultural organizations, elected leaders and citizens from across the state to celebrate Washington State’s 125th birthday in November.
December 1, 2014
This Week & Next: History, Music and Film with Humanities Washington
Join Humanities Washington during the month of December for a compelling line-up of humanities-themed exhibits and events!
October 31, 2014
Exploring the Inspiration and Creative Process of Musicians & Composers
Through live piano performance, musical analysis, film clips and storytelling, Speakers Bureau presenter Amy Rubin creates vibrant portraits of musicians and composers throughout history.
October 9, 2014
First 2015-2016 Speakers Bureau Booking Deadline is 10/31
Humanities Washington is proud to announce our new roster of Speakers Bureau presenters and updated host organization guidelines for 2015-2016.
The first 2015 deadline for host organizations to book speakers is October 31, 2014.
June 5, 2014
You’re Invited: Speakers Bureau Auditions in Moses Lake and Everett
Help Humanities Washington select our 2015-16 Speakers Bureau! Come to our Speakers Bureau auditions in Moses Lake June 19 and 20 and in Everett June 23-27. Check out our full schedule for more details.
May 22, 2014
Disappearing Newspapers from Around the Country
In this Top Ten list, journalist and Speakers Bureau presenter Claudia Rowe shares her top ten list of discontinued or reduced-service newspapers, signs of the changing state of journalism.
April 24, 2014
Upcoming Pair of Think & Drinks to Look at Race and Class in Schools
On Different Tracks: Race, Class and Education to spark conversation in Seattle’s Greenwood neighborhood May 21 and Columbia City neighborhood May 28.
April 17, 2014
Spokane Think & Drink Will Look at Race and Class in Schools
On Different Tracks: Race, Class and Education will spark conversation an Lindaman’s May 12.
April 10, 2014
Top Ten Women Leaders From the Last 40 Years
In celebration of our 40th anniversary, we’re posting Top Ten lists from the last 40 years. In this list, Speakers Bureau presenter and educator Gloria Burgess shares her top ten women leaders, from Isabel Allende to Alice Walker.
April 3, 2014
Former State Poet Laureate Reflects on Her Tenure and Travels
Kathleen Flenniken shares her memories and experience as 2012-14 Washington State Poet Laureate, including readings at a correctional facility and a grange hall. Plus: an interactive map chronicling Flenniken’s travels.
March 27, 2014
Pair of Think & Drinks to Look at Minorities in Movies
From Birth of a Nation to Smoke Signals African Americans and American Indians in Film to spark conversation in two Seattle locations April 29 and 30.
March 19, 2014
The Top Ten Civilian Conservation Corps Projects in Washington
To celebrate our 40th anniversary, we are posting Top 10 lists from the past 40 years. In this list, Speakers Bureau Janet Oakley shares the best CCC projects in our state that you can still visit today.
March 12, 2014
New Issue of Spark Now Available Online
Read or download a digital copy of Humanities Washington’s print magazine, featuring an interview with film critic Robert Horton on adaptations, a profile of the new Washington State Poet Laureate and more.
February 25, 2014
Upcoming Think & Drink to Look at Seattle’s Civil Rights History
Join us for A History of Protest: Civil Rights Movements in Seattle from the 1960s to 1980s at Naked City Brewery and Taphouse in Seattle March 26.
February 20, 2014
Join the Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau!
We are seeking cultural experts and scholars for our 2015-16 roster of traveling presenters. Applications are due April 25.
January 29, 2014
Elizabeth Austen Named 2014-16 Washington State Poet Laureate
The Seattle-based poet, commentator and educator will assume the post Feb. 1.
January 15, 2014
Listen: Full Recording of Our Last Think & Drink on Consumer Culture
The complete audio of our December Think & Drink ‘Tis the Season: Holiday Shopping and the American Consumer Culture is now available on Spark.