Located within the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences in Evanston Illinois Northwestern Universitys Art History department provides comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs for exploring global visual culture. The curriculum fosters critical thinking rigorous research and object-based study leveraging resources like the on-campus Block Museum of Art and the dynamic Chicago art scene. Students delve into art and architecture across diverse historical periods and geographical regions guided by renowned faculty and benefiting from an interdisciplinary perspective. Established as a distinct department in 1972 the program equips graduates for various careers through strong academic foundations and connections to the professional art world.
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Northwestern University is a private research university located in Evanston, Illinois. Founded in 1851, Northwestern is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States. The university has a strong academic reputation, and its alumni include many notable figures in business, government, and the arts. Northwestern is also home to a vibrant campus community, with a diverse student body and a wide range of extracurricular activities.
