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THANK YOU TO OUR OUTGOING BOARD MEMBERS

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As we bid farewell to two key members of our board, we extend our deep gratitude to Glenn Fetzer and Maresa Thompson for their outstanding service and contributions to the New Mexico Humanities Council. Glenn joined the board in 2019 and played a pivotal role in the organization’s strategic…

NMHC AWARDS NEARLY $180,000 TO CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS

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In 2025 NMHC will be partnering with 13 organizations by sponsoring projects through our major grant program. A total of $179,805.22 is being awarded to organizations based in the Taos, Ramah, Las Cruces, Abiquiu, Santa Fe and Albuquerque metro area. We are excited about how these projects will…

SPEAKERS BUREAU HIGHLIGHT: PROGRAMS FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH AND BEYOND

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The Speakers Bureau is a great resource for nonprofits and schools to bring enriching educational programs to their audiences. Black History Month is around the corner and NMHC would like to take the opportunity to highlight three of our Speakers Bureau programs. The Pre-Civil War Complicated Lives…

NMHC WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBER

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We are pleased to welcome Melanie Ratliff of Fort Sumner, N.M., to the New Mexico Humanities Council board of directors. Since February 2022, Melanie has served as the Director of The Fort Sumner Public Library, bringing an experience and passion for community enrichment to her role. As a proud…

NHD LIBRARY DAYS

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NHD LIBRARY DAYS WHO: NHD Teachers and StudentsWHAT: January 10th and 22ndWHERE: Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Southeastern N.M.WHEN: January 10th and 22nd, additional resources available upon requestCONTACT: New Mexico History Day State Coordinator, Stephanie Wilson SHARE: Discover College Library Resources at NHD Library Days NHD Library Days offer students a valuable opportunity to explore and […]

VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS FOR NATIONAL HISTORY DAY

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Starting Wednesday, December 4, 2024, virtual office hours will be held every Wednesday from 3:15pm to 4:15 pm. Contact Stephanie Wilson for the link to Wednesday Office Hours. If this time does not work, please email Stephanie to arrange a more convenient time. These office hours are an opportunity to ask…

NATIONAL HISTORY DAY 2025 REGIONAL CONTESTS

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Registration for regional competitions will open on January 1st. There will be an informational meeting for teachers, students, and parents on the competition process and expectations for the regional, state, and national levels. Details for the meeting will be announced soon. For any…

BOARD MEETING DEC. 14TH

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The Board of Directors will convene for a hybrid meeting on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024. Whether you’re looking to stay informed or connect with the community and leadership, you are welcome to attend. For those interested in attending, we kindly ask you to express your interest by contacting our…

THANK YOU, ARTHUR VINING DAVIS FOUNDATIONS

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The New Mexico Humanities Council would like to thank The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations for the general operating support grant of $4,000. It is through the generous support from our sponsors that enables us to continue the work we do. To learn more about The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations…