AHIS 80 - History of Exhibition & Display

    Recent Professors
    Garcia K. F.
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Satisfies Global Citizenship This course will explore the history of exhibitions, collecting, and display across different cultures and periods. It will examine how cultures have used visual art and imagery for public and private display. The course will also cover visual culture beyond fine art, including fashion, design, merchandising, and knowledge production. A key focus will be on the dynamics of power and placement, tracing the origins of contemporary exhibitions and display practices in fine art and popular culture.
    Usually Held
    Tue 6:15pm–8:30pm