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GRANT MAKING TYPES OF GRANTS PREVIOUS AWARDS GUIDELINES & APPLICATIONS GRANTEE FORMS WORKSHOPS Previous AwardsGrants Awarded: 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 Georgia Humanities Council Grants Awarded in 2006Planning GrantsMadison, Morgan County African American MuseumExhibiting Morgan County's Black History, $1,0002004-129G, The Morgan County African-American Museum reinterpret their current exhibits to give a more complete picture of the Black experience in Morgan County. Public ProgramsLawrenceville, Gwinnett Public LibraryGente y Cuentos/People and Stories, $4,006.002004-112G, Bilingual audiences hear stories read aloud in Spanish and English, discussion of the stories will be in both languages as well. Each participant receives a notebook in both languages that discusses each story. Trained facilitators lead the discussions. Morrow, Georgia ArchivesDown Home Days: Family Educational Workshops,$3,697.002004-113, Interactive workshops for children aged 6 -14 years old and their families, will provide hands-on opportunities to learn about the history of Georgia through pastimes and chores experienced by young people from the 1700s to the mid-1900s. Atlanta, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic SiteRed was the Midnight: the 1906 Atlanta Race Riot, $5,0002004-114G, An exhibit at the MLK Historic Site commemorates the riot- 100 years later to spark further exploration of the topic. Atlanta, Center for Puppetry ArtsGods and Demons, Monkeys and Men:Masks from SE Asia, $6,000.002004-115G,This exhibit features 80 masks, puppets and related objects representative of those used in Thailand, Indonesia and Cambodia for various cultural celebrations. Free educational materials and activities will accompany the exhibit. Statesboro, Georgia Southern University Research and Service FoundationTimeShop Wartime England and Medieval France, $5,0002004-116G, Two separate living history workshops on wartime England and on life in and near a Benedictine Abbey in the town of Mont St.-Michel target low-income children from Bulloch County. Macon, Friends of the Douglass Theater Complex, Inc.The History of the Douglass Series:They Played the Douglass - the Development of African-American Cultural Identity in the 20th Century, $5,0002004-117W, Part two of their series on the history of the theater features films and discussions exploring the theater itself as a living institution and notable people with ties to the Douglass who impacted the community and African-American culture. Macon, Museum of Arts and SciencesNapoleon in Egypt2004-118G, Accompanying the museum's exhibition on Napoleon, programs for children and adults will include a teacher's workshop, a movie and a family day presentation, lectures and components being taken to the public schools for 6th and 9th graders. Three scholars will present including Dr. Bob Brier, a former director of the National Endowment for the Humanities and now on the Discovery Channel. Valdosta, Valdosta Asian Cultural AllianceThe 3rd Annual Asian Cultural Experience in Valdosta, $7,000.002004-119G, A series of eight educational events highlight Asian cultures and traditions. Events include workshops, a games village, folk dancing, food demonstations, a re-enactment of a traditional Asian wedding and a parade tour through Asia. Augusta, Paine College2006 Paine College Writer's Conference, $4,800.002004-120G, A two-day conference features established African-American writers/poets/scholars presiding over informational sessions, roundtable discussions between writers and book signings. Atlanta, Latin American and Caribbean Community CenterLatin America and Caribbean Film Series, $4,000.002004-121G, This year-long film series focuses on Latin America and the Caribbean films rarely viewed in the U.S., mostly documentaries. Each film is introduced by a guest speaker who also moderates a follow-up question and answer session. Roswell, Roswell Historical SocietyForget Thee! No Never: Photographic Memories of the King and Allied Families, $3,000.002004-122G, This exhibit showcases the King/Baker/Simpson and Allied families photo collections. The collection was originally the property of Roswell King, founder of Roswell, Georgia. Additional programming includes a workshop on preserving family photos. Augusta, Augusta Richmond County Historical Society225th Anniversary of the Battle of Augusta(siege of Ft. Cornwallis),$3,000.002004-123, The Richmond County Historical Society commemorates the historic Augusta siege with a seminar and a re-enactment held at Augusta Museum of History and the old rail depot - close to the site of the original Ft. Cornwallis. Atlanta, Atlanta Symphony OrchestraHistory Makers: An Oral History Project, $5,000.002004-124G, The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, working with Kennesaw State University, participates in an oral history project focusing on people and milestones in the history of the Orchestra. At the close of the project there will be a public presentation giving an overview of the history free of charge to members and the public. Athens, Board of Regents of the Unversity System of Georgia and the University of GeorgiaNative American Literature: Nationalism and Beyond, $8,0002004-125G, A two-day conference at the UGA Chapel is cohosted by the Athens Clarke County Library and focuses on Native American Literary Nationalism. Events will be videotaped for television and archival purposes. Greensboro, Empowering Parents for Troubled Times, Inc.We Are Because They Were: Experience of African-Americans and Their Years of Sharecropping, $4,000.002004-126G, Jack Delano, who worked for the Farm Security Administration (under FDR) shot 150 photos of Greene County. They comprise one of the few records of Greene County of the Depression era. This exhibit features the photos. Dr. Cliff Kuhn will lead area school children in a program to interpret the pictures with the help of the surviving families. Decatur, Dekalb County Public Library/Georgia Center for the BookAll Georgia Reads, $7,000.002004-127G, The Georgia Center for the Book, state affiliate for the Library of Congress program, hosts a statewide reading program featuring author Tony Grooms of Kennesaw State University highlighting his work, Trouble No More. Mr. Grooms travels to 8 different public libraries in Georgia to talk about this work. Atlanta, Sankofa SpiritMovies With a Mission, $10,000.002004-137G, A series of films showcasing Africa and the Diaspora features discussions and a gallery walk at the Apex Museum, where the films will air. Columbus, Columbus State UniversityRed Clay, White Water and Blues: Programs on the History of Columbus, $10,0002004-138G, A series of speaking programs and tours on various aspects of Columbus history will take place over a 6-month period, traveling to different locations, featuring local area museum specialists, scholars, authors and library specialists. Atlanta, Georgia State UniversityCentennial Rememberance of the 1906 Atlanta Race Riot, $10,000.002004-139G, This four-day rememberance of the riot takes place on the actual anniversary dates - 100 years later. Building on the program put together by the Southern Truth and Reconciliation organization, the King Center and Kennesaw State University, it features a web site, walking tours, a session at the Southern Historical Association, community dialogue groups and school collaborations. Milledgeville, Georgia College and State UniversityGeorgia in the 20th Century: Looking at the Past and Considering the Future, $9,625.002004-140G, A series of lectures and group presentations takes place at various locations focusing on Georgian's experiences in the 20th Century, based on the previously published collection of essays, The American South in the 20th Century, edited by Dr. Pascoe. Morrow, National Archives-Se RegionThe Way We Worked, $10,000.002004-141G, An exhibit of photographs focusing on American work and workers travels to the Southeast from Washington, D.C. A series of events will accompany the exhibit for the general public, school teachers and students. Athens, Girls Scouts of Northeast Georgia, Inc.Girl Scouts Council World Thinking Day, $9,537.002004-142, A day of events celebrate diversity, targeting state-wide Girl Scouts and area young people. Scholars will present on areas around the globe. The program will also feature ethnic food presentations, native music, games and dress. Each country featured will have a booth and attendees will receive passports that will be stamped as they attend each country. Columbus, Columbus Museum, Inc.A Life in Letters: Colonel Robert A. Hardaway in the Civil War and the New South, $7,500.002000-143G, An exhibit inspired by the recently acquired collection of Mr. Hardaway, prominent Columbus citizen (and family) will feature educational programs including an Appraisal Day for family treasures, a Civil War storytelling program, family art day, a dine and discover program and guest lectures. Savannah, Coastal Heritage SocietyRevolutionary Perspectives Lecuture Series,$3,500.002004-144G, This series of lectures addresses different topics pertaining to the Revolutionary War including culture, music, slavery, the British and liberty as well as a debate and an interactive lecture presented by four renowned scholars/authors. Kennesaw, Kennesaw State UniversityTaking Place I: A Community Examination of Its Place, $8,214.002004-145G, Four public programs on Powder Springs, S. Rome and Hillgrove High School turn communities into classrooms by involving the local citizens in discussions critiquing themes and oral histories. They will produce a collection of audio documentary essays with the help of Kennesaw State University students. Augusta, Historic AugustaWilson's World: Decorative Arts and Collectibles, 1856-1924 - Lecture Series, $2,600.002004-146G, In honor of the 150th anniversary of Woodrow Wilson's birth, three lectures and a pre-event reception take place to examine the material culture of the era of his life. Attendees discuss their own personal experiences and explore articles from the New Georgia Encyclopedia. Atlanta, National Black Arts Festival, Inc.In Conversation:S. Africa and the American South, $10,000.002004-147, A festival of films and discussions spotlight S. Africa and the South. Each presentation features scholars, artists and activists who have connections to one or both of the areas featured. Andrew Young speaks at the first presentation. Lawrenceville, Gwinnett County Public LibraryGwinnett Reads Fall 2006, $7,000.002004-148W, Modeled after programs presented in Seattle and Chicago, the library presents their fifth One Book, One Community program. This year's book is The Poet of Tolstoy Park by Sonny Brewer. Events include chats with the author, a contest for book clubs to win a donated gourmet dinner and evening with the author, and a Humanity for Humanity building project based on a theme from the book. Savannah, Savannah College of Art and Design5th Annual Symposium: Building in the Public Realm, $4,2002004-149, A symposium focusing on architecture and public space features speakers, special events and tours highlighting Savannah's public buillding space. Atlanta, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.Celebrating 100 Years of Service: The Alpha Kappa Alpha Story2004-150G, This traveling exhibit celebrates the 100 year anniversary of the first African-American sorority. Accompanying the exhibit are speeches, sorority-fraternity forums, oral history presentations, college essay contests and a trip to Oakland Cemetery to honor the founder. Special ProgramsEvans, Gibbs Memorial LibrarySpanish Language and Culture Classes, $1,750.002004-104G, A certified Spanish instructor teaches the basics of the language and reviews elements of the histories and cultures of Hispanic people in classes held for two-ten week intervals at the new Columbia County Library in Evans. Augusta, Friends of the Augusta LibraryFriends of the Augusta Library Annual Meeting, $1,000.002004-105G, Paul Hemphill, area author, speaks at the yearly meeting at the Augusta Cultural Center. The meeting will be free and open to all members of the community. Madison, Madison-Morgan Cultural CenterNeat Pieces Revisited, $1,500.002004-106G, This exhibit features plain pieces of 19th Century Georgia furniture formerly featured by the Atlanta History Center in 1983. Dr. Glenn Eskew of GA State Univ. will assist in the activities which include an antiques show and sale. Atlanta, Fulton County Department of Mental Health (MH/DD/AD)Women Reaching for the Sky, $2,000.002004-107G, A day-long program for women on public assistance with mild mental helath disorders presents three women authors of inspiring books on overcoming adversity. The manager of the Carver Homes Branch Library hosts the program. Library card registration forms will be on hand. Book signings will follow. Savannah, Savannah College of Art and Design150 Years of Architectural Elegance: The Central of Georgia's 1856 Gray Buiilding Headquarters, $2,000.002004-128G, An interpretative exhibit (and accompanying brochure) celebrate the 150th anniversary of the 1856 headquarters of the Central of Georgia Railroad building. St. Simons, Coastal Georgia Historical SocietyWomen of Georgia History, $1,819.002004-130G, A chatauqua series of lectures features four significant Georgia women in history: Mary Musgrove, Mary Telfair, Catherine Greene and Helen Dortch Longstreet. Valdosta, Valdosta State University/Odum LibraryLet's Talk About It: Jewish Literature Reading Program, $2,000.002004-131G, An exploration of Jewish literature, led by Dr. Louis Schmier, professor at the University and author of publications on Jewish life and history in the South, features two movies with related themes. Rock Spring, Walker County African American Historical Alumni AssociationAfrican American Cultural and Historical Awareness Program, $1,200.002004-132G, A humanities component will be added to the Masonic Lodge preservation fun festival in Walker County including educational sessions on the Buffalo Soldiers, Tuskeegee Airmen, African-American fraternities and sororities, Native-American culture and African drumming. Brunswick, Three Rivers Regional Library SystemWomen of Mystery - A Book Discussion Group, $700.002004-133G, A film viewing and discussion program highlights well-known female mystery writers. This program takes place at both the Darien and Kingsland Libraries. Athens, Georgia Museum of Art-University of GeorgiaMiddle Eastern Film Series, $1,757.002004-134G, A series of films accompany an exhibit of weavings from the Mid-East. Presentations/discussions led by scholars on the history and culture of Iran and Afghanistan follow each film and involve the audience. Rome, Rome Area History MuseumElysium: A Gathering of Souls Traveling Exhibit, $2,000.002004-135G, A traveling exhibit from the Southern Arts Federation presents photos of historic cemeteries of New Orleans. Tying in with preservation work now proceeding in Rome on vandalized cemeteries in the area, the program includes discussion, programs for children, and a tour of Rome's Myrtle Hill Cemetery. Brunswick, Brunswick-Glynn County LibraryDwelling Place, $1,000.002004-136G,Religious historian and author, Dr. Erskine Clark will discuss his book Dwelling Place: A Plantation Epic. Athens, Latin American and Caribbean Studies Institute/University of Georgia.From Guatemala to Gerogia:Ecploring Mayan Culture Here and There, $2,000.002004-151G, This program highlights the history of the Mayan culture through a concert, talks by a traditional native group, film and book discussions and children's story-times. Gainesville, Hall County Library SystemHall Reads Together, $1,000.002004-152G, A community literary event, this program features children's author Tony Crunk and illustrator Michael Austin, highlighting Crunk's book "Railroad John and Red Rock Run". A second book for young people, "Quake" by Gail Karwoski is also featured. Both authors are scheduled to do programs in the community on behalf of Hall Reads Together. Teacher EnrichmentAtlanta, Georgia Council on Economic EducationGeorgia Economic History Project, $5,000.002004-108G, To encourage 8th grade social studies students to study local economic history, GCEE invites 8th grade social studies teachers to attend training sessions/workshops offered statewide. Participants receive a workshop guide and information about the New Georgia Encyclopedia, character education, Georgia's History Day and Social Studies Fair. Athens, Carl Vinson Institute of Government-University of GeorgiaFranklin D. Roosevelt in Georgia, $7945.002004-109G, Thirty social studies teachers from around the state meet and tour the Warm Springs facilities of FDR, learning about teaching with primary space. The workshop features scholars and other experts discussing content related to Roosevelt's years in Warm Springs and the impact he made on polio. Savannah, Savannah State UniversityTeaching the Harlem Renaissance, $7,671.002004-110G, This one-week teacher academy for 20-25 Chatham County teachers focuses on the Harlem Renaissance using humanities scholars, audio-visual aids and books. Atlanta, Georgia State University Research Foundation, Inc.Expanding the Curriculum: Using Non-fiction and Cultural Studies to Enhance English Instruction, $2,220.002004-111G, A full-day program for approximately 35-85 teachers includes a keynote address, break-out sessions and a final wrap-up session led by Macon-born author Melissa Faye Greene and various scholars. CPUs (continuing education units) will be offered to participating teachers. |
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