Art History minors learn about the cultural advances of art, architecture, and the historical origins of art.
This minor opens the door for you to explore and gain knowledge from the artistic themes and techniques of different historical periods, and how artistic movements responded to each other over time.
You will develop analytical skills that further your understanding of the history of art and architecture.
These requirements are from an excerpt from the University Academic Catalog, which outlines the requirements for a student to earn the distinction of being a Castleton University graduate. The complete catalog is available online.
The Art History Minor is offered by the Art Department. It requires 18 credits:
Code | Course | Credits |
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ARH 2011 |
Survey of Western Art IHistory of Western Art as expressed through architecture, sculpture and painting; Prehistoric to Renaissance art. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetics general education requirement. Every Semester |
3 |
ARH 2012 |
Survey of Western Art IIHistory of Western Art as expressed through architecture, sculpture and painting; Renaissance to the present. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetic general education requirement. Spring |
3 |
Code | Course | Credits |
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ARH 2030 |
History of ArchitectureHistory of world architecture from the 5th century B.C. to the present. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetics general education requirement. Periodically |
3 |
ARH 2710 |
Special Topics in Art HistoryCourses may be offered from time to time presenting particular areas for consideration on an advanced level. Topics may include art historical issues of areas of interest not included in our regular course offerings. Lecture or seminar format. As topics change, this course may be repeated for credit. |
3 |
ARH 2910 |
Independent Study in Art HistoryOR ARH 3910 - Independent Study in Art History 3 cr OR ARH 4910 - Independent Study in Art History 3 cr Available by arrangement with any art faculty. A written proposal must be approved by the instructor and the department chair prior to registration. This course is repeatable once for credit. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor, signed contract required. |
3 |
ARH 3010 |
Classical Art: Greece and RomeHistory of Ancient Greek and Roman architecture, sculpture and painting. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetic general education requirement. Periodically |
3 |
ARH 3030 |
Italian Renaissance ArtHistory of architecture, sculpture, and painting in Italy from ca. 1200 to ca. 1600. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetic general education requirement. Periodically |
3 |
ARH 3040 |
The Art of Medieval EuropeHistory of European art and architecture from the fall of Rome through the Romanesque and Gothic periods. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetic general education requirement. Periodically |
3 |
ARH 3050 |
American ArtHistory of American art from the Colonial period to 1913. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetic general education requirement. Fall, even years |
3 |
ARH 3051 |
History of Nineteenth Century ArtWestern painting and sculpture from the late eighteenth century and Neoclassical period to 1900. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetic general education requirement. Spring, odd years |
3 |
ARH 3052 |
History of Twentieth Century ArtEuropean and American painting and sculpture from 1900 to 1945. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetic general education requirement. Periodically |
3 |
ARH 3070 |
Art Since 1945History of European and American painting and sculpture from 1945 to the present. This course fulfills an Arts and Aesthetic general education requirement. Periodically |
3 |
ARH 4850 |
Capstone PresentationSeniors who choose to major in Art History are required to make a 50 minute public presentation based on their immediate and advanced work in art history. The topic should be approved by their advisor. Presentations will be evaluated by the art faculty. Prerequisite: Complete Art History requirements. |
1 |
This minor is not available to students majoring in Art History (BA.ART.ARH)