Art History

When exploring possible academic majors, begin by investigating the specific programs at Purchase College. Discover more about the B.A. in Art History and find out about program requirements, courses and the program faculty.

Want to find out more about a major? Talk to department heads and professors to have your questions answered and to get the inside track on being an Art History major at Purchase College.

Career Possibilities

ACQUIRED SKILLS

Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Interpretation skills
Creativity
Interpersonal/Communication skills
Public speaking
Strong research skills
Critical thinking
Analyzing
Self-discipline
Patience

CAREER TITLES

Antiques Dealer
Archivist
Art Administrator
Art Appraiser
Art Buyer
Art Exhibit Coordinator
Assistant Curator
Collections Assistant
Conservator
Curator
Development
Gallery Attendant
Gallery Owner
Exhibit Designer
Library Assistant
Museum Attendant
Museum Technician
Retail Management
Teacher

TYPES OF ORGANIZATIONS THAT HIRE

Museums
Galleries
Government
Educational Institutions
Auction Houses
Libraries
Publishing Houses
Retail Stores
Corporations

CAREER INFORMATION AND PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION LINKS

www.amn.org - Art Museum Network
www.aam-us.org - American Association of Museums
www.naea-reston.org - National Art Education Association
www.arlisna.org - Art Libraries Society of North America
www.arthistory.net - Art History Network
www.collegeart.org - College Art Association
www.bls.gov/oco - Occupational Outlook Handbook Online - Job type descriptions, job growth forecasts, and salary information

JOB SEARCH LINKS

www.purchase.edu/careerdevelopment - Click on Purchase JobScore to access jobs posted for Purchase students and alumni
www.museumjobs.com - The job board for Museums, Galleries and the Cultural Sector
www.museummarket.com - Museum information and jobs
www.museumca.org/usa - Museums all over the US
www.idealist.org - Nonprofit site, internships and jobs
arthistory.about.com/library/info/bl_ahjintern.htm - About Art History
www.christies.com/about/careers/ - Jobs at Christies
www.arthistoryjobs.com - News resources, tips and jobs for the art history field

BOOKS AVAILBLE AT CDC

Opportunities in Museum Careers
The Official Museum Directory
Great Jobs for Art Majors
Great Jobs for History Majors
Great Jobs for Liberal Arts Majors

Updated 11/11