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Putting What We Share into Practice Across California

In December, we introduced What We Share: Culture. Community. California — Connection as the framework guiding our work at California Humanities. Today, we’re sharing how that commitment is

A Story Woven by Hand, Memory, and Community

In Maya Mam communities, weaving is not simply a skill—it is a living practice. Knowledge is passed hand to hand, thread by thread, carrying

January 6, 2026

Documentary Impact: California Stories on a National Stage

December 4, 2025

California Humanities Launches What We Share: Culture. Community. California — Connection.

December 4, 2025

Grantee Spotlight: Bringing Carlos Bulosan’s Words to Life on the Global Stage

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Oakland — Weaving Workshops

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California Humanities is committed to making the public humanities open to all. This commitment, centered in our equity values statement, informs how we approach our programming, communications, and website. We recognize that accessibility needs are constantly evolving, and in response we are frequently assessing our work to ensure that we are not creating unintentional barriers to participation. We value your feedback and appreciate any comments or questions at accessibility@calhum.org.

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For over 40 years we have promoted the humanities as relevant, meaningful ways to connect us to one another in order to help strengthen California. We produce, fund, create and support humanities-based projects and programs, eye-opening cultural experiences and meaningful conversations. All of which we couldn’t do without your help.

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