Resources:Commonwealth Speakers
Download a catalog featuring PHC's roster for the 2010-11 Commonwealth Speakers program. [7MB PDF]
2010-11 Season of Presentations
The humanities are about sharing powerful stories and exploring big ideas. The Commonwealth Speakers program offers humanities-based presentations to nonprofit organizations across the Commonwealth. From sessions on African American storytelling, to Pennsylvania German hoe-downing, to Pennsylvania environmental history, thousands of Pennsylvanians enjoy these presentations each year.
Types of Presentations
The 2010-11 Commonwealth Speakers line-up features more than 80 Speakers—selected for their demonstrated expertise and their ability to engage an audience. While Speaker presentations are incredibly diverse in terms of topic and format, they all share a common feature—the opportunity for audiences to come together and learn from each other.
- View the complete line-up of 2010-11 presentations, organized by
program category, e.g., Dance and Theatre.
- Looking for a lecture format or for something that incorporates hands-on elements? View this handy key to guide you to the presentation format that best suits your audience.
How to Apply
- Review the current guidelines and
the downloadable application materials [48K PDF] to
determine if you are an appropriate candidate for the Speakers program.
To receive them by mail, contact PHC.
- See the Frequently Asked Questions
section for help with common questions. Additional information on
submitting an application can be found on the
Application Process page.
- Submit your application. Instructions for preparing your application are included in the application form. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications must be received at least 12 weeks prior to your desired program date. Applications may be submitted by mail or fax. Organizations will receive notification of decisions approximately four weeks after receipt of the application.
Commonwealth Speakers is a program of the Pennsylvania Humanities Council, supported in part by the following sponsors: National Endowment for the Humanities including funds from its We the People initiative, Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, and NiSource Charitable Foundation and Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania.
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