Disrupted. This evening we are joined by reed gutchberg. Well be presenting on her book useful objects museums science and literature in 19th century america. After a short induction to the work, shell be joining conversation by mhss own sarah, georgie. Useful objects examines the history of American Museums during the 19th century through the eyes of visitors or writers and collectors museums of this period held a wide range of objects from botanical and zoological specimens to antiquarian artifacts and technological models. They were intended to promote useful knowledge these collections generated broader discussions about how objects were selected preserved in classified as well as who is to decide their value. These reflections shaped broader debate about the scope and purpose of museums in american culture. They continue to resonate today. Ms. Gotchburn is the assistant director is the assistant director of studies in an election on history and literature at harvard university. Sh
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