"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more in context."
— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project
"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more when it is in context."
— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project
California. A state of almost 40 million people, with millions of stories to share.
A state of writers, filmmakers, storytellers and artists. A state of innovators and thinkers.
A state of open mind.
For over 40 years, California Humanities has helped give voice to voices seldom heard. Through grants and special programs that reach into every corner of our state, we help tell the stories of California. Your stories.
Watch and share this short video about California Humanities.
A state affiliate of the National Endowment of the Humanities.
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