ARTH 38100 - Art and Architecture of Washington,D.C.FA LA

Institution:

Ithaca College

Subject:

Art History

Description:

Examines the art and architecture of Washington, D.C., and its major institutions. Emphasizes understanding the architecture and art of the capital city as expressions of the political, social, and moral values of the nation and of Western culture in general. Lectures and related class tours explore three major categories of Washington's visual cultural environment: museum highlights; public sculpture, monuments, and memorials; and architecture. Assignments encourage the study of various objects and sites from a critical perspective and give each student the opportunity to conduct primary research at select Washington libraries and archives. Prerequisites: Three courses in the humanities and/or fine arts; sophomore standing or above. Offered only through the Washington Semester Program. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ithaca.edu

Phone Number:

(607) 274-3011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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