The Cultural and Historic Preservation B.A. at Salve Regina University equips you to explore and protect the tangible and intangible elements that define our shared history. In a world increasingly aware of the value of heritage, this undergraduate program provides a comprehensive foundation across key preservation disciplines, including architectural history, archaeology, and cultural resource management. You will develop a nuanced understanding of the relationships between people, places, and the stories embedded within them, preparing you for a vital role in safeguarding our past for future generations.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over four years, integrating theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience. You will engage with coursework covering topics from historic site management to North American Indigenous cultures and American architecture, complemented by practical electives in areas like GIS, archaeological field schools, and historic building documentation. Through required internships and a senior thesis or seminar, you will gain practical skills in archival research, excavation, and preservation planning. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths in historic site management, museum work, cultural resource consulting, and public history initiatives.