The history of art embodies the human imagination, human history, and the rich tapestry of human cultures in a memorable and accessible form. Art history is an examination of how images and monuments communicate and how they function in society: to teach us, move us, and to exalt us – and also, occasionally, to mislead us and to sway our opinions against our better judgment. The study of art provides an access to other cultures, other eras, and other ways of thinking, and will prepare you for your junior year abroad and for an entire lifetime of thinking and living with a global and historical perspective.
Some Art History majors from Suffolk University go on to graduate school in architecture, museum studies, or law. Others pursue gallery and arts management, teaching, or nonprofit work. The major imparts a crucial combination of aesthetic appreciation and historical knowledge.
Careers
Career paths for Art History majors range from teaching to working in arts administration, museums, or nonprofits. Our Art History program helps students succeed in a rapidly evolving employment landscape and an increasingly global community by offering them ways to gain hands-on experience in the field of art and museums. Recent internships include:
- California Center for the Arts
- Christie’s Auction House
- Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston
- Fogg Museum, Harvard University
- Fuller Craft Museum, Brockton, MA
- Museum of Fine Arts Boston
- Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, MA
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