De Young Museum, Golden Gate Park
Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30 – 5:15pm
FIRST CLASS: Thursday, September 8, 2011
This is a one-year course that will develop students’ abilities to examine works of art, to become acquainted with major art forms, and to understand art from cultures around the world. The class will feature slide lectures, discussions, and the viewing in of works of art. No prior experience in art history is necessary for students to take this course, but the course is designed to meet college standards and requires a high degree of commitment to academic work. Students can receive academic credit and will be eligible to take the AP Art History exam in May 2012. The class is FREE, but students will need to purchase the required text and pay the AP exam fee. Open to all qualified Bay Area high school students. For more information call 415-750-3522 or email [email protected].