Art and Architectural History
Works of art and architecture communicate ideas and reinforce, or challenge, social values. Learn how they do this through courses in Art and Architectural History. Taught by award-winning faculty, the undergraduate programs in Art History and the History and Theory of Architecture, as well as the Master’s in Art and Architectural History, help students hone analytical, critical thinking, research, and communication skills to prepare them for diverse opportunities in the workforce.
News
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6 min read
Recollections of Venice
For this History & Theory of Architecture student, a term spent studying in Venice left a lifetime of memories. Basking in the sun and fishing…
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7 min read
Discovering Ottawa’s Hidden Modernist Gems
HTA student Daniella Dickson experiences the ideals and the beauty of Mid-Century Modern neighbourhoods firsthand. Adjunct Professor Andrew Waldron leads students on a tour of…
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4 min read
The Making of Rosemount Library
When Hintonburg needed a public library in 1917, Ottawa asked the rich to step up. They declined. Rosemount Library, Hintonburg, Ottawa. J.P. Prichard, architect, 1918.…
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1 min read
Carleton Alumni Curate the Senate
Behind the scenes at the Senate of Canada, Carleton-trained curators are shaping how the nation’s history is told on Parliament Hill. Alumni Mike Steinhauer, Meghan Paterson,…
Events
Feb 6
AAH Public Talks: Learning from San Francisco – From Sexual Freedom to Free Art
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11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
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412 St. Patrick’s Building, Carleton University
Feb 25
‘Edmonia Wildfire Lewis: Sculpting Life’ with Gloria Bell
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6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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303 Paterson Hall, Carleton University
Spotlight
Audio Visual Resource Centre
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