Art History majors have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience by pursuing Internships for credit at several area museums, including the Albany Institute of History and Art and the Empire Plaza Collection, as well as at the conservation center of the New York State Bureau of Historic Sites. The Art History major prepares students for graduate programs in Art History leading to careers in teaching, museum work, art conservation, the art market and publishing in the arts. Course registration advisement is provided by all Art History faculty in the Art Department. Gallery 313 Gallery 313 is an exhibition space in the Fine Arts Building which is devoted to exhibiting work by undergraduate art students. The academic year culminates in a juried show.
Students participate in proposing, organizing and curating shows.
The Student Arts Council is active in this process. The Arts Council is a potentially powerful and effective presence in the Art Department community. The Council is open to all students but is mostly comprised of undergraduate students. Interested students are always welcome. Stay tuned for upcoming meetings and events.