ART 440 - The Art Museum:Its History,Philosophy and Practice

Institution:

Hobart William Smith Colleges

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Description:

This course provides an overview of the origin and history of the art museum, its various philosophies, and its contemporary operation. Current issues and controversies surrounding the museum are discussed. Field trips to local museums are an integral part of the course. The course culminates in the class selection, planning, and installation of a small didactic art exhibition in the Houghton House gallery. Enrollment is limited to upperclass art majors. Note: Since some field trips require an extended class meeting, students should not enroll in any class scheduled for the preceding class period. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. (Staff, offered alternate years)

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HWS.EDU

Phone Number:

(315) 781-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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