What is Public History

Abstract

Do you like to study history but wonder what you can do with a history degree? If so, the public history program at North Dakota State University may be for you. This innovative program is the first and only one of its kind in the Upper Midwest for undergraduates. It provides students with the opportunity to explore a variety of careers and prepares them for employment or graduate school in the expanding field of public history. Examples of new opportunities for public history majors in recent years include employment in historical societies, museums, archives, historic preservation, corporations, municipalities, labor and farm organizations, and state and federal government agencies.