Course Description
An in-depth examination of the history, issues, methods, and debates in museum studies, including the ethics of collecting.
Athena Title
History Museums Collections
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
1) Students who complete this course will develop an understanding of the history of museums and collections. 2) Students will learn about material culture methodologies used to interpret objects in museum practice. 3) Students will develop an understanding of the issues and controversies that have helped define the museum field in the 21st century.
Topical Outline
Content will vary but may include: - Collectors and the Origins of the Museum - Historical Societies, Libraries, and Archives - Historic House Museums - Open-Air Museums and Period Rooms - Museums and Entertainment - Material Culture Analysis and Interpretation - The Formation of the Modern Museum - Museum Audiences - Current Trends in Museum Practice - Exhibitions and Display Practices - Equity in the Museum - Looting and Repatriation - Museum/Exhibition Case Studies
Syllabus
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