— Cultural History of Museums

Prerequisites & course information

Course Description: Evolution of museums in the western world from the "cabinet of curiosities" of 16th-century Europe to the modern "art center." Changing motives behind collecting, exhibiting, and interpretation of objects. Attention to museums' historical legacies and continuing philosophical dilemmas. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH); Visual Literacy (VL); World Cultures (WC). Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH); Visual Literacy (VL); World Cultures (WC).