Drawing Connections Between Past and Present
| dc.contributor.author | Stanne, Margaret Lee | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2015-08-24T12:51:25Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2015-08-24T12:51:25Z | |
| dc.date.created | 2014-10-17 | |
| dc.date.gradyear | 2016 | en_US |
| dc.date.issued | 2015-08-24 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This summer I interned at Historic Huguenot Street in New Paltz, NY as a public history intern working for the public programming director. This position had me doing menial tasks but also had me engaging the public through tours, social media, and summer camps. I planned, developed, and executed the two summer camps offered by the site, often having to step into a leadership role in the days leading up to and during the camp, which was daunting, but exciting. Before the camp planning got into full swing, I also spearheaded the updating of their Pinterest page, coming up with new ideas that would engage and educate audiences. Through this process, I deepened my understanding that history cannot be taught as a timeline of facts, but as an engaging story the public can delve into and think about in relation to their own lives for a deeper understanding of how the past affects their present. | en_US |
| dc.description.panabstract | How do you share history with the public? This summer, each of us sought an answer to this question. Whether at a museum, archive, or historic site, we explored the many opportunities available in the field of public history. Each of our internships allowed us to combine our academic interests and our professional goals. We learned to think in different ways and developed valuable skills, including research, public speaking, interpretation, and event planning. Ultimately, we indulged our interest in the past while gaining valuable experience that will inform our future. | en_US |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/10166/3698 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | en_US |
| dc.rights.restricted | public | en_US |
| dc.title | Drawing Connections Between Past and Present | en_US |
| dc.title.alternative | Where Does Today Meet Yesterday?: Sharing History With the Public | en_US |