This program is made possible by a partnership between New Hampshire Humanities, New Hampshire PBS, and the Warren B. Rudman Center for Justice, Leadership, and Public Service. 

"It's like being a part of history."
- Big Watch participant

Don't miss your chance to be part of the BIG WATCH!

Communities across the Granite State are coming together to commemorate and reflect on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence through the BIG WATCH — a statewide series of screenings of Ken Burns’s The American Revolution, followed by facilitated community conversations designed to inspire thoughtful discussion and connection.

With more than 80 BIG WATCH events taking place across New Hampshire, host locations are also offering complementary programs and activities for the whole family in communities throughout the state. 

Click here to find a program near you!

Interested in watching the entire film series? Learn more here:
The American Revolution | All Episodes Now Streaming | Ken Burns | PBS

This program is a collaboration with NH Public Broadcasting (NHPBS), with additional support provided by Cogswell Benevolent Trust.

You can also participate in the Big Watch through our June Humanities@Home program. Join us on Friday, June 26 at 5:00 pm on Zoom. Details & RSVP

NHH Executive Directors have a challenge for YOU!

NH GIVES | June 9-10

In just under two weeks, New Hampshire Humanities will participate in NH Gives, the annual statewide celebration of giving. In just 24 hours, thousands of donors come together to support local nonprofits, raising millions of dollars that strengthen communities across the state. 

Last April federal funding for the humanities was cut and overnight, Granite Staters lost opportunities to connect with ideas and their communities.

We're asking you to donate to New Hampshire Humanities during NH Gives, because your gift helps develops communities of readers, cultivates curiosity, and gathers neighbors to learn from and listen to one another.

With your help, $17,000 is within reach! Former Executive Directors Steve Taylor, Charlie Bickford, and Debbie Watrous, and current Executive Director Michael Haley Goldman have joined forces to create a special challenge to match your gifts dollar for dollar.

Please give during NH Gives and double your impact. Thank you!

Visit www.nhhumanities.org on June 9-10.

Meet our Summer Intern, Sally Geoghegan!

As a humanities student and New Hampshire resident, I am excited to contribute to an inquisitive, thoughtful community around the humanities. I am grateful for the opportunity to apply what I have learned at Smith about data visualization and data-driven storytelling to real-world information, and to learn more about the behind-the-scenes work that makes NHH’s programs possible. Most of all, I look forward to connecting with the community that NHH and the participants in its programs have contributed to building around sharing and considering new ideas.  ~ Sally 

PARTNER NEWS

Is your organization planning an event related to the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence? Share your event details below* and we'll add them to our page of 250 events presented by partner organizations. *Events MUST be related to the 250th anniversary. Submit your event here

New Hampshire Secretary of State Civics Book Club invites you to explore America's history, democracy, and what the next 250 years could look like – through reading, discussion, and civic curiosity. Upcoming virtual gatherings:
June 2nd: 1776 by David McCullough
July 7th: Revolutionary Summer by Joseph Ellis

America250 Civics Book Club is free and all discussions will be virtual. To sign up, email civics@sos.nh.gov.

Thank you to the following Annual Partners who provide year-round support for our work:

New Hampshire Humanities
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Phone: 603-224-4071

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