ARTM 340 : MUSEUM STUDIES (R)

The course is designed to introduce the student in history or art history to the history, purpose and operation of museums, based on the four functions that define a museum: acquisition, preservation, exhibition and interpretation of objects. Introduction to museum governance, management, financing, including the not-for-profit status, personnel, public relations, auxiliary services and ethics are also considered. Also listed as Arth 340. This course qualifies for Experiential Education credit.