Florida Talks
Florida Talks supports community organizations hosting public humanities presentations by scholars and other experts to help adult audiences explore Florida’s history, cultures, and future.
Funder: Florida Humanities
Due Dates: Rolling (applications at least 6 weeks before the event) | Within 7 days of approval (event listing) | Within 7 days after the event (final report)
Funding Amounts: $300 speaker honorarium per program; up to $250 travel reimbursement per application for eligible hosts
Summary: Florida Talks supports community organizations hosting public humanities presentations exploring Florida’s past, present, and future.
Key Information: Only one active Florida Talks application is permitted, and outstanding final reports must be closed before reapplying.
Description
Florida Talks is Florida Humanities’ longest-running program, bringing scholars, journalists, authors, and humanities experts into communities for presentations about Florida’s history, cultures, and future. Its 2026 speakers bureau features more than 40 speakers offering over 70 programs. Designed for adult audiences, each event includes a 30–45-minute presentation followed by audience questions. Speakers are available for both virtual and in-person programs.
In 2026, the program is central to Florida Humanities’ recognition of Florida’s enduring spirit during the nation’s 250th anniversary. Available topics span literature, music, architecture, archaeology, civil rights, food traditions, environmental history, and more. Support covers speaker honoraria, with limited travel reimbursement assistance for eligible host organizations.
