Interpreting African American History and Culture at Museums ... - 9780759122789

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Interpreting African American History and Culture at Museums and Historic SitesAuthor(s): Max A. van Balgooy, Lonnie G. Bunch III\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, United States\nImprint: Rowman & Littlefield\nISBN-13: 9780759122789, 978-0759122789\nSynopsis\nIn this landmark guide, nearly two dozen essays by scholars, educators, and museum leaders suggest the next steps in the interpretation of African American history and culture from the colonial period to the twentieth century at history museums and historic sites. This diverse anthology addresses both historical research and interpretive methodologies, including investigating church and legal records, using social media, navigating sensitive or difficult topics, preserving historic places, engaging students and communities, and strengthening connections between local and national history. \n\nCase studies of exhibitions, tours, and school programs from around the country provide practical inspiration, .