OpenFederal grant20261209-GE-GI-BP-BR-GGX

Public Humanities Projects

National Endowment for the HumanitiesCloses Dec 16, 2026(61 days left)$1 – $2,000,000

Summary

NEH grants for public humanities projects in three areas: exhibitions, historic site interpretation, and public lectures/discussions. Eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and higher education institutions; businesses are not eligible. Funds support planning, implementation, and public programming.

About this grant

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Public Humanities Projects program. The purpose of this program is to support projects that bring the ideas and insights of the humanities to life in three areas: (1) exhibitions, (2) historic site interpretations, and (3) public lectures and discussions. For 2027, NEH welcomes applications that promote deeper public understanding of the following topics: Western civilization and America’s place in it; great works of literature, history, philosophy, and theology and their relevance to contemporary questions; the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution; civic education; civil discourse; cultural literacy, and the practice of close reading. Public Lectures and Discussion Forums must address one of these interest areas.

Who can apply

  • State and local governments
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • Tribal governments and organizations

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

The listing does not include detailed eligibility text. Check the official listing before you apply.

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Arts
  • Education
  • Community development

Money can be used for

  • Planning
  • Capital projects
  • Operating support
  • Technical assistance

Program contact

National Endowment for the Humanitieslearning@neh.gov202-606-8204

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