Thank you to everyone who so generously donated to Merlin during Greater Helena Gives 2023. Because of you we were able to surpass our goal of $3k….raising $3,550 for our philosophy in the community programs!
A workshop exploring just war theory, rules of engagement, and ethical dilemmas faced in combat. Led by philosopher U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and Inspector General of the Montana National Guard Charles Phillips, this gathering will involve indoor & outdoor time with hands-on activities. Learn more & RSVP here.
This workshop led by philosopher David Nowakowski will take place in the Conference Center in Reeder’s Alley on Saturday, November 18th. Topic TBD. Learn more & RSVP here.
Wear your costumes and get ready for the fun on Sat. Oct. 28th. Led by philosophers Mitch Conway & Marisa Diaz-Waian. Hayride, storyteller, goodie bags, hot cider, and treats. This hayride-walk is geared esp. for youth! Learn more & RSVP here!
This walk will take place on Saturday, September 23rd from 10am-1pm. Topic & Guest Scholar TBD. Learn more & RSVP here!
This walk led by philosopher David Nowakowski will take place on Sunday, August 20th from 9am-12pm. Topic TBD. Learn more & RSVP here!
In this walk led by philosopher Christopher Preston we’ll explore wildlife recovery & ethics. The walk will take place on Sunday, June 11th from 9:30am-12:30pm. Learn more & RSVP here!
In addition to the intrinsic worth — and pleasure — of exploring the twisted history of our ideas, there’s a lot of be gained by asking “How did we get here?” This series takes us on a tour of some neglected and forgotten paths of intellectual history, asking “How Did We Get Here?” for important philosophical, scientific, and cultural concepts like dignity, free will, science, and the nation. Learn more & RSVP here!
By investing in philosophy, you are investing in community. Please don your toga by making a tax-deductible donation today. Learn more here!
Enjoy a fun night of food, drinks & thought-provoking conversations…all while supporting a great cause. Learn more & get your tickets here!
Our 2023 philosophy symposia series looked at what it means to be at the interface of loss and legacy. In Spring, we examined the question “How do we think about grief?” during our symposium (held at the Helena Avenue Theater) and considered the business of death by way of a film & community conversation (conducted in Reeder’s Alley). Access resources & watch the audio-video recording here!
Want to help bring a new program to the Helena & Mountain West communities? Our Community Hubs project is an innovative vision for public humanities that re-centers community as a place of learning. Learn more about our vision & how you can help support it here!
Think philosophy is impractical, pointless, out-of-reach, or irrelevant? Think again! Want to know more about what philosophy involves
(or what it doesn't) and how it can help you find your way?
