Join Dr. David Blackburn, Professor and Curator of the
Florida Museum of Natural History, to explore several museums of the
Smithsonian like never before. Visit the National Museum of Natural
History, National Museum of the American Indian, National Museum of American
History, National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the
Library of Congress. We will meet with leadership and staff of these important
national institutions, including behind-the-scenes tours.
Students will gain an understanding of the important work
that goes into carrying for the millions of specimens and objects in these
museums as well as the different audiences that these museums serve, including
researchers and the public. We will confront the challenges faced by modern
museums and discuss the opportunities in the 21st Century for
museums to reach even broader audiences.
Cost in Washington, DC is estimated to be $1,250 including double-occupancy hotel stay, breakfast, and tours. Students are expected to arrive by the
afternoon of Sunday, May 19th and depart on or after Thursday, May
23rd. Travel to/from Washington DC, meals other than breakfast, and
any additional attractions/entertainment are not included. Wentworth Travel Scholarships are available to those that enroll and complete the scholarship application. Deadline to apply is 4/7.
Please note Honors students that complete this application will be automatically enrolled in this 1-credit Uncommon Classroom course, beginning the day after Honors Early Registration; space is limited. By submitting this application, you are indicating a commitment to participate in this course and are responsible for tuition and course fees (scholarships and financial aid may apply). Once you submit this application the Honors Program and course instructor will begin making travel arrangements on your behalf. We ask that only complete this application if you are fully committed to this course as dropping the course at any point will have significant financial implications for the Honors Program and the other students enrolled.
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