BA in Art History in Indianapolis United States | Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis

The Bachelor of Arts in art history enables undergraduate students to explore humanity's visual heritage, spanning from ancient prehistoric creations to contemporary artworks, while examining art's vital role in global societies. Along with cultivating visual analysis skills, students hone their research and communication abilities, learning to collect and assess information while constructing well-supported arguments. At Herron, you'll gain insight into art's relationship with history, science, language, and cultural traditions, investigating key artistic developments from the Stone Age to modern times.

Through dedicated study and investigation, you'll analyze culturally important artworks that reveal profound insights about our world and create bridges between different eras.

Our art history professors enthusiastically investigate interdisciplinary viewpoints and frequently partner with cultural organizations both on and off campus, offering exceptional research possibilities. You can also expand your global outlook by experiencing historic masterpieces firsthand in museums, archaeological sites, and monumental locations.