Being Human Festival (US)
Who can apply: Applicants may include universities and affiliated centers, art institutions, cultural and community organizations, public humanities organizations, museums, libraries, archives, and independent scholars whose initiatives meaningfully engage community collaborators and audiences. Events must demonstrate humanities research and practice, be entertaining and accessible to non-specialists, take place during April 17–May 1, 2027, be free to attend, be representative and inclusive, and address accessibility in programming, venues, speakers, researchers, and platforms.
Deadline: Applications must be received by October 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET. Selection decisions will be announced in December 2026. Funded events must take place April 17–May 1, 2027.