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Art historians are concerned with the many-faceted historical implications (personal, social, political, economic, and aesthetic) of imagery and objects (buildings, paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, photographs, films and decorative arts). They study the makers, critics, patrons and users of these objects and images. Investigations reveal changing views of humanity and the world that develop a student's own critical perspective. The undergraduate art history concentration provides interdisciplinary preparation for graduate work in the humanities or social sciences and complements studies in the natural sciences. Graduates may work in museums, galleries, municipal or state cultural programs, educational institutions, publishing, and architectural and planning firms. Many go onto graduate study in a variety of fields (from the Boston University Art History Department’s website, www.bu.edu/ah/about/index.html).
- Attention to detail
- Creativity
- Research skills
- Analytical skills, oral and written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Presentation skills
- Public speaking skills
This guide contains only a partial list of related occupations in Art History.
In addition to the skills and knowledge gained through your college
course work, you may also need to acquire career related work experience,
additional work related skills and/or additional education.
Antiquarian Book Trader
Antiques Dealer
Archivist
Art Conservator
Art Foundry Technician
Art Historian
Art Librarian
Art Preservationist
Artist
Arts Administrator
Arts Organization Consultant
Conservationist |
Cultural Artifacts Specialist
Cultural Resources Manager
Editorial Assistant
Estate Appraiser
Exhibit Assistant
Fine Arts Valuer
Gallery Administrator
Gallery Manager
Historian
Historic Preservation Officer
Historical Society Director
Librarian
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Multicultural Program Leader
Multiculturalism Educator
Museum Curator
Museum Educator
Museum Technician
Non-Profit Administrator
Program Manager
Public Education & Outreach Coordinator
Researcher
Teacher
Visual Resources Curator
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In order to research the various occupations, you may want to do any of the following:
- Speak with a Career Counselor
- Read the books available in the Career Resource Library
- Talk with individuals working in the field
- Contact related professional associations
- Obtain an internship in a field of interest
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