Celebrate creativity and explore connections.
This moment calls for creative courage. For 45 years, MacArthur Fellows have expanded the boundaries of possibility by questioning conventions, crossing disciplines, and driving collective progress. Throughout 2026, the Foundation is celebrating the groundbreaking work of the Fellows and inspiring public dialogue through a series of nationwide events and conversations.
We invite you to celebrate creativity and explore connections through your participation in an event. New events will be added throughout the year.

Freshwater Forum
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Chicago, IL

Shifting Power in Rural America: Conversations on Just Transitions
April 21, 2026
Lexington, KY

Big Ears Festival: Across the American Grain, Nate Chinen in conversation with Tomeka Reid & Chris Thile
March 28, 2026
Knoxville, TN

Speaking in Pairs Dialogue
Friday, March 20, 2026
New York, NY

Art, Tech, and Representation
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Brooklyn, NY

First Proof: Mathematicians Putting AI to the Test
Saturday, March 14, 2026
New York, NY
Fellows in Focus
Explore a collection of stories and insights from our MacArthur Fellows in Spotlight, Conversation, and Roundtable formats.
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