Career Opportunities for Majors in Art History The academic approach to art history suggests that a culture's nature is best revealed by its art. Art historians apply that principle when comparing past eras in western history or when relating western forms of thought and feeling with those of other cultures. Art history programs offer students the means of immersing themselves in cultural and aesthetic issues. Some students want to pursue careers as curators or archivists at the many museums and galleries across the country. Others, knowing they have an eye for art and design, but lacking the interest in pursuing a career as an artist, use art history to hone their intellectual abilities in art for careers in media, advertising, publishing, fashion or design. Another path for historians is art therapy, working with handicapped or disabled people. There is a trend toward providing additional training and certification for this specialty. Others move into careers in business, government and other non-profit organizations. Many careers do not require a specific major but rather a wide range of demonstrated skills and accomplishments. A bachelor's degree is sufficient for many entry level positions, but for advancement in an area of specialization, an advanced degree may be required. A Few Ideas: Advertising/Sales/Marketing Rep Archivist Art Appraiser Arts Administrator Curator Designer Editor Educator Media Buyer Merchandise Display Coordinator Photographer Promotion/Production Assistant Public Relations Assistant Retail Buyer Researcher Store Manager Textile Designer I found this interesting, here is a list of jobs recent Art History Majors, from Rutger's University, were hired for: Actuarial Associate, Coopers & Lybrand Historic Preservation Specialist, Kise Franko Straw Administrator, National Museum of Contemporary Art Library Assistant, Jennison Associates Art Consultant, Circle Fine Art Corporation Manager, Lube Ross Gallery Assistant to On-Air Promos, Comedy Central Owner, Hunter Coreen Associates Assoc. Director, Operations, South Street Seaport Museum Production Editor, ARTimes Customer Service Representative, RR Bowker Publishers Property Maintenance Manager, Restorations Ltd. Customer Service Representative, RR Bowker Publishers Sales Consultant, Macy*s Northeast Historic Interpreter, Wharton State Forest