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Chicago Humanities Festival

Chicago Humanities Festival
500 North Dearborn Suite 825
312-661-1028

Mission Statement:
The Chicago Humanities Festival's mission is to create opportunities for people of all ages to support, enjoy and explore the humanities. We fulfill this mission through our annual festivals, the fall Chicago Humanities Festival and the spring Stages, Sights And Sounds, and by presenting programs throughout the year that encourage the study and enjoyment of the humanities.

Our Goals are to:

Bring the world's best and brightest humanists together to examine and celebrate the humanities

Showcase the riches of the world's cultures and their contributions to the humanities

Gather together new and diverse audiences to enjoy the humanities

Encourage and enable teachers and students in their study of the humanities

Draw international attention to the importance of the humanities

Foster collaboration, cooperation and dialogue among the artistic, cultural and educational communities that provide life and support to the humanities


Recent News

Chicago Humanities Festival 2024

Schedule of Events: September 26, 2024 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: In Partnership with Chicago Humanities The Interview Show: Edward Burns + Elizabeth Moen A live talk show and concert hosted by Mark Bazer The Interview Show, the long-running live talk…

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Chicago Humanities Festival 2023

30+ years of ideas and inspiration Culture, creativity, and connection, shared through events and experiences you won't find anywhere else in Chicago. Chicago Humanities connects people to the ideas that shape and define us, and promotes the…

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