ANTH-A 403 INTRODUCTION TO MUSEUM STUDIES (3 CR.)
Introduction to general principles, goals, and objectives of Museum practice, museum history, administrative reorganization, physical plant design, restoration, acquisition, exhibit and education programs.
1 classes found
Fall 2024
| Component | Credits | Class | Status | Time | Day | Facility | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEC | 3 | 12144 | Closed | 9:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m. | TR | FX 121 | Buggenhagen B |
Regular Academic Session / In Person
LEC 12144: Total Seats: 17 / Available: 0 / Waitlisted: 0
Lecture (LEC)
- Class meets at the McCalla Building, 525 E Ninth St, (Room FX 121)
- Above class meets with ANTH-E 663.
In this course we will consider museums and the histories, values, and curatorial practices that shape them. Topics include the history and philosophy of museums and the main functions of museums ¿ collecting, cataloging, conservation, curation, exhibition, administration, community connections, as well as related ethical and legal issues. In addition to reading-based discussion, the course will have significant participatory and experiential aspects, including work with campus collections objects, in-gallery study of museum exhibitions, and lab-like development of, and iterative workshopping of final course projects.
The College of Arts