May 1, 2024
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Public history is a dynamic and rapidly growing field that combines historical research and analysis with public engagement. It brings history to life by connecting it to contemporary issues and making it accessible to a diverse audience. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student seeking a unique career path, or simply someone curious about the world around you, Public History offers a rich and rewarding learning experience.
What is Public History?
Public History is the study and practice of history beyond traditional academic settings. It involves engaging with the public through various channels such as museums, archives, libraries, historical sites, and digital platforms. Public historians use their knowledge of the past to inform present-day issues, promote civic engagement, and foster a deeper understanding of our shared heritage.
Why Learn Public History?
There are numerous reasons why one would want to learn about Public History. Here are just a few:
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Reading list
We've selected nine books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Public History.
This handbook brings together leading scholars in the field to explore the latest research and thinking on public history. It covers a wide range of topics, from the history of public history to the use of digital technologies in public engagement.
Provides a concise and accessible overview of public history, covering the history of the field, research methods, public engagement strategies, and the role of technology. It is an ideal introduction for students and practitioners who are new to the field.
Explores the relationship between public history and museums, examining how museums can be used to engage the public with history and shape the future. It is an important read for students and practitioners who are interested in the role of museums in public history.
Explores the relationship between public history and the media, examining how the media can be used to share history with the public and shape public opinion. It is an important read for students and practitioners who are interested in the role of the media in public history.
Examines the relationship between public history and education, exploring how public history can be used to teach history in schools and other educational settings. It is an important read for students and practitioners who are interested in the role of public history in education.
Explores the relationship between public history and community engagement, examining how public history can be used to engage communities with their history and shape their future. It is an important read for students and practitioners who are interested in the role of public history in community engagement.
Explores the relationship between public history and the national parks, examining how the national parks can be used to share history with the public and shape public opinion. It is an important read for students and practitioners who are interested in the role of the national parks in public history.
Explores the relationship between public history and the American Revolution, examining how public history can be used to share the story of the Revolution with the public and shape public opinion. It is an important read for students and practitioners who are interested in the role of public history in the American Revolution.
Explores the relationship between public history and the Civil War, examining how public history can be used to share the story of the Civil War with the public and shape public opinion. It is an important read for students and practitioners who are interested in the role of public history in the Civil War.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
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