Art history is the study of art created in the past by individuals from various cultures and parts of the world. The art historian seeks to interpret and understand works of art of many types, ranging from the monumental to small scale, by learning about artists' lives and their societies. Graduates with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History are equipped for a wide range of professional careers - in museums, galleries, auction houses or publishing.
An Art History major is not only a sound preparation for any professional field, it may also provide a distinct advantage for entry into those fields, given the increasing preference of law, medical, and professional schools for students with a broad intellectual background.
| Antiquarian Book Trade | Antiques Dealer | Architectural Conservation |
| Art Gallery | Art Investment | Artist Representative |
| Art Librarian | Arts Organization Consultant | Corporate Curator |
| Estate Appraiser | Freelance Collection Mgr | Freelance Writer |
| Museum Curator | Art Preservationist | Teacher |
| Sample Advertisements | Art Administrator | Art Publications |
| Art Advisor | Curatorial Consultant | Visual Resource Curator |
| Art Law | Independent Producer | Art Foundry Technician |
Employment Settings for Art History Majors:
- Museums
- Corporations
- Colleges and Universities
- Art Galleries
- Publishing Companies
- Federal Government
- State Government
- Auction Houses
| Attention to Detail | Creativity |
| Self-discipline | Time-Management |
| Interpretive Skills | Critical Analysis |
| Appreciation of Aesthetics | Open-minded |
| Patience | Adaptability |
| Organization Skills | Communication Skills |
| Interpersonal Skills | Presentation/Public Speaking |
| Intense Research Skills |
Job and Internship Search Links
Museum Employment Resource Center http://www.museum-employment.com/
Art Historyhttp://www.collegeart.org/careers/
MonsterTRAK www.monstertrak.com
Career Alternatives for Art Historians http://www.nd.edu/~crosenbe/jobs.html
Professional Association Links
Art Museum Network http://amn.org
American Association of Museums http://www.aam-us.org
The Art History Network http://www.arthistory.net/
UNCW Post-Graduate Survey - coming soon
Art History Resources on the Web http://witcombe.sbc.edu/ARTHLinks.html
Art History Network http://www.arthistory.net/index.html
The Metropolitan Museum of Art http://www.metmuseum.org
ArtSource http://www.ilpi.com/artsource/artsourcehome.html
UCLA Arts Library: Selected Internet Sources in Art & Art History http://www.library.ucla.edu/libraries/arts/websites/wwwart.htm
The Artchive http://www.artchive.com/core.html
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