Art History 398M - P- Museum Studies

The course explores art museum missions, practices, and current issues. Topics to be considered include: the ideology and practice of exhibitions from initial concept through installation; components that influence meaning and interpretation of displays of art; criteria for evaluating exhibitions; the challenges of controversial subject matter; and developing diverse audiences for the 21st century. Students will also gain experience in art handling and the foundations of art collections management.

Open to Art History majors only. This course is for Art History Majors only.