HIST 3305 Introduction to Public History

This course will survey the practice of history in public venues, including government agencies, historical societies, archives, museums, businesses, and various professional organizations. Central themes include the interpretation of history, the role of history in popular culture, issues and aims in exhibiting history, the politics of public history, and historic preservation.

Prerequisite

HIST 2341. May not be repeated for credit. This course does not fulfill the Core Social Science requirement.