HIST 5200 Public History

This course introduces graduate students to the practice of history in public venues, including government agencies, historical societies, archives, museums, businesses, and various professional organizations. It provides a broad survey of the preservation, interpretation and presentation of history by academic and non-academic practioners for audiences outside the academy. The course examines the theories, methods, varieties and problems associated with applied or public history. it introduces students to the literature about public history, the type of research and communication skils essential to reach non-academic audiences, and the way that public history affects the historical profession. Students will be expected to use the rich hisory of the tri-state area and how it is studied and presented in public venues.
Credits: 3.0