HIS 3023 - Public History

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course provides a broad overview of the field of public history. It examines museums, historical societies, archives, governmental agencies, presidential libraries, public memorials and monuments, battlefield sites, material culture, businesses, and relevant professional organizations. It focuses on different theories and practices of public history such as archiving, museology, oral history, living history, historic preservation, film documentaries, and others.

Prerequisite: C- or better in ENG 1113
Availability: Odd Spring

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