ART 427 Museum Practice
The course is "hybrid" so we can "pivot" to online if needed
ART 427 is offered spring 2022, 9 am - 12:30 pm on Wednesdays.
The course includes several field trips to local galleries and museums. Off campus trips will be scheduled to allow time to return to campus before the end of the class so that classes immediately following are not impacted.
Using active learning techniques the class presents opportunities to learn skills that can be immediately applied to entry level gallery work or museum internships.
Some prerequisites may be waived. Contact instructor at abbotts@umbc.edu with any questions or to request a prerequisite waiver.
Course Description
This project-based course is designed to help students gain insight and expertise in key components of museum and gallery work (e.g. curating, exhibition design, collection management, and public programming). Students learn and train under the guidance of an instructor experienced and knowledgeable about the art museum world. By the end of the semester students will have gained an invaluable preparatory training for career opportunities with art museums, art galleries and like institutions involved with the public display of historical and cultural material.
Please note, the course is listed as a hybrid this spring, so that if needed we can seamlessly pivot to an online course. For the most part, however, classes will take place at UMBC or off campus institutions in the area.
Congratulations to McKenna!
UMBC Career Center's Intern of the Week
Name:McKenna Austin-Ward
Internship, Co-op or Research Site:Museum of the Bible
Position Title:Museum Education Intern
Major(s)/Minor(s):Art History/Museum Studies
Current Class Level:Senior
Work Term:Spring 2021
Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities.
The Museum of the Bible has granted me the responsibility of the development of educational programing for K-12 visitors. My duties include scholarly research, the design of activities, the writing of budgets, the obtainment of materials, the creation of prototypes, and the interaction with visitors on the floor of the museum.
Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?
I heard of this position in early October of 2020 and subsequently submitted my application on October 12th.
What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization?
Amongst my peers, I often find myself alone in my interest in religious art. It is a great joy to work amongst colleagues who share my profound interest in biblical history and theology.
How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?
The education carts which I am in the process of developing will serve as the face of the museum. Engaging the museum guests by means of this programming will allow families, particularly students, to better immerse themselves with the knowledge our museum holds
What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?
Due to the fierce competition often involved in obtaining an internship or similar experience, it is vital to devote oneself to research and to learn to write excellent, creative cover letters.
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