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From Useful Knowledge To Rational Amusement: Museums In Early America, Allison M. Morrill
From Useful Knowledge To Rational Amusement: Museums In Early America, Allison M. Morrill
Masters Theses
This study examines the rise of early American museums following their birth from intellectual societies in the American colonies. The two primary categories of collections, scientific and patriotic items, were examined for their significance and intended purpose. Likewise, both popular education and interesting entertainment were identified as factors for encouraging early museum proprietors to seek the appeal of the general public while simultaneously drawing visitors to these early establishments of learning and leisure.
In order to understand the motives behind intellectuals’ desires for popular education, scientific knowledge, and patriotic enthusiasm, the writings of many American intellectual elites were consulted. The …
The Battle For The University: The Vietnam-Era Student Movement At Universities In Central Illinois, David Bell
The Battle For The University: The Vietnam-Era Student Movement At Universities In Central Illinois, David Bell
Masters Theses
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