Introduction to Public History

Catalog description

A hands-on introduction to the work of public historians, including physical and digital preservation and exhibition, oral history, archives management, historical editing and publishing, historical site management, marketing and public relations, and securing grants and donors. The graduate section of this course will also include an exploration of the origins and development of Public History as a distinct discipline, and will require a self-directed final project that reflects their long-term career goals. PREREQ: graduate standing