Maryland Humanities Council

Program Highlights


One Maryland One Book

Learn more about this statewide reading program, and the selected book, "A Hope in the Unseen." » read more

Don't Miss OMOB Special Appearances!

Join MHC and the “A Hope in the Unseen” author, Ron Suskind, and subject, Cedric Jennings, this fall. » read more


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A Visit with Cedric Jennings

Meet the subject with the subject of the One Maryland One Book Selection, A Hope in the Unseen.
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Community Conversation

Our lives are grounded in our communities. The chorus of voices, perspectives, and opinions that make each city, town, and neighborhood unique also bring unique challenges and...
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An Evening with Cedric Jennings

Cedric Jennings, the subject of Ron Suskind's book, A Hope in the Unseen talks about his life and experiences.
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Read MHC's Blog - Recent Posts

October 6, 2008
The Personalities Behind Hope
If you've read this year's One Maryland One Book selection, A Hope in the Unseen, you're familiar with the engrossing story of Cedric Jennings' journey from...
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September 18, 2008
A New Way to "Picture" America
Could you imagine living in Frank Lloyd Wright's Falling Water with the rush of water right beneath your house? Remember how you delighted in N.C. Weyth's...
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September 8, 2008
Let's Get Ready to Research!

Beginning Your History Day Research: Getting the Topic Right

Now that you've selected a great History Day topic, it's time to begin your research!

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About MDHC

What is the Maryland Humanities Council?

MHC promotes humanities programming throughout Maryland, encouraging dialogue that explores human values, strengthens our community, and connects us to the wider world.

What are the Humanities?

The humanities comprise the disciplines of the liberal arts, such as history, literature and poetry, classics, philosophy, ethics, jurisprudence, comparative religion, the interpretation of the arts, architecture and archaeology.

These humanities disciplines are tools that can help us to explore what makes us human, connect with others, and discover meaning and richness in our lives
and the civic life of our communities.