Robert Frank, Parade-Hoboken, New Jersey, c. 1955 (printed c. 1968), gelatin silver print, from the series The Americans.
I developed this online survey course for the University of Miami in 2019. Since then, I have taught the course in Spring 2020, Spring 2021, and Summer 2021.
Course Description:
“American Art and Culture: Civil War to Now” surveys the history and culture of the United States from 1865 until the present. Readings and lectures explore American social history and artistic production. The textbook is used for a general overview of these topics, while the lecture notes and online videos expand on this information. Students are encouraged to think critically about American artwork and its intersections with politics, religion, race, gender, and class. The textbook and lecture notes are intended to encourage online discussion about topics related to American art history and culture.