CLAS409W

Most of the classes will be at the Smithsonian, with the exception of Thursday, August 31st and December 7th. On these days, class will meet on campus in JMZ 0208. Students will learn about and practice exhibition and event making by focusing on archaeological materials and archives related to the Classical Mediterranean housed in the Smithsonian Institution. The course will culminate in a public display and an evening event in early 2018, prepared by a series of research projects developed over the course. Students will work on the content preparation and exhibition design and will discuss the role of museums in preserving classical heritage.