THE definitive voice of the public history profession, The Public Historian offers the latest scholarship and applications from the field. From original research and case studies to broad substantive and theoretical issues, The Public Historian will keep you informed about the ever-expanding and increasingly international study and practice of public history.
Includes special features such as interviews with pioneering figures in the field and forums on Native American history, preservation technology, history and memory, and other current issues.
Reviews of critical publications, including monographs, government gray literature, cultural resource management reports, and corporate histories. Special review sections focusing on exhibits and interpretive programs, historical films, videos, and other media productions.
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