A Night with Ralph Ellison 6-9 p.m. Feb. 29 Oklahoma Historical Society 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive ralphellisonfoundation.org $85-$10,000 Michael Owens created Ralph Ellison Foundation in 2014 after finding out there was no organization dedicated to Oklahoma Native Ellison’s legacy. Now, the foundation is preparing for its seventh annual gala celebration and fundraiser. A Night with […]
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Oklahoma Chautauqua returns with performances and workshops that bring historic figures to life
The annual event focuses in on a new historic era each year.
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Annual fundraiser event honors Ralph Ellison’s many talents
A Night with Ralph Ellison is 6-9 p.m. Feb. 25 at Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive.
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Let’s Talk About It, Oklahoma focuses on young adult fiction
The regular book series takes place 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Oklahoma City University’s Walker Center for Arts and Sciences.
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Let’s Talk About It, Oklahoma book series takes on civil rights and equality
All of the books in the series are Pulitzer winners or nominees.
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Book discussion series takes on America’s favorite pastime
Baseball and its role in American history is the discussion topic in Let’s Talk About It, Oklahoma’s new series at Oklahoma City University.
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Oklahoma Humanities Council is now accepting grant applications
Organizations seeking grants from Oklahoma Humanities Council must turn in their application drafts by Aug. 1.
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If you could combine beer with humanities while getting your Bachelor’s degree, chances are the state’s college graduation rate would be much higher.
If you could combine beer with humanities while getting your Bachelor’s degree, chances are the state’s college graduation rate would be much higher.
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Commentary: Eliminating racism in Oklahoma
Two recent out-of-state visitors remarked to me that Oklahoma is a friendly state. They were incredulous that they heard no horns blaring in downtown traffic and motorists respected their turn signals and allowed them to easily change lanes. Oklahomans do pride themselves on hospitality, but the news about the University of Oklahoma fraternity’s racist song […]