<p>Lecture, three hours. Covers efforts to preserve African American cultural heritage from both within Black communities and in the wider American cultural heritage field. Discussion of how preservation of physical items and histories is linked to American values, connecting cultural heritage conservation to social movements. Study of 19th-century efforts by African American to preserve their own history, to current campaigns both within and outside of Black communities. Uncovers roots of current diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges in cultural heritage professions. Students play a part in the preservation of cultural heritage through hands-on projects with African American cultural items. Connects material with local, Los-Angeles-based community preservation efforts. Letter grading.</p>

Conservation of Cultural Heritage

College of Letters and Science

CLT HTG 30 - Caring for Black History: Preservation of African American Cultural Heritage 

Caring for Black History: Preservation of African American Cultural Heritage 

Identify several preservation projects in local, Los Angeles communities, understanding
both their significance and overall process of preservation

Make connections between overall societal movements and changes in cultural
heritage preservation ethics and values

Document and describe the physical integrity of an item of Black cultural heritage

Demonstrate an understanding of the evolution of grassroots and institutional efforts to
preserve African American cultural heritage

Put a tangible item in historical context, explaining its societal, community, and/or
familial significance

General Catalog

Caring for Black History: Preservation of African American Cultural Heritage

CLT HTG 30

4 units