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HIST 202 - Introduction to Public History

2.00 credit hours
An investigation of the many ways that history is presented to and consumed by the general public, examining the work of public historians who create these interpretations. Students will visit museums, archives, and other public history sites on group and solo field trips. Topics could include material culture, historic preservation, documentary films, history websites, and oral history. Recommended for students investigating a career in public history.

Prerequisite(s): One history course.


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