On June 30, public history students from the University of West Florida (UWF) embarked on a 27-day journey to retrace the footsteps of legendary explorers Lewis and Clark. Led by Professor Patrick Moore, the 16 students will traverse and explore about 6,620 miles and 19 states. Moore and a group of students have been embarking […]
The University Archives and West Florida History Center of UWF have been recognized as the featured member of the Panhandle Historic Preservation Alliance. The Alliance aims to bring together interested organizations and individuals actively engaged in the collection, preservation and/or restoration of historic property and objects from Northwest Florida. They also workto preserve the history […]
Imagine standing at the Grand Canyon, looking down into one of the most popular national parks in the world. You want to learn more about the park, its history and receive input from other visitors’ experiences. Luckily, there is a wealth of information, photos and videos right at your fingertips. Better yet, imagine information on […]
Following in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark, 17 UWF students departed July 6 for a 4,745 mile journey across the western United States as part of a new Public History Travel Course – “Corps of Discovery 2: Exploring the West of Lewis and Clark.” This new adventure created by renowned University of West Florida […]
Dead guys and dusty books – these are the images many school children conjure up when they think about studying history. Public school teachers are challenged with the task of convincing their students that there is more to history than meets the eye and inspiring them to develop a passion for the past and an […]
The days of static museum exhibits and design are over. Today’s museum consumers want to participate in their environment and engage in interactive feedback. In response, museum professionals are now focusing their energy on 21st century museum interpretation. And, UWF Public History Professor Patrick Moore’s “Advanced Museology” class is preparing students for this new era […]
Believing that the best way for students to learn about history is to experience it first-hand, Patrick Moore, Public History Program director at the University of West Florida, jumped at the opportunity to lead 11 UWF students to watch the Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C. Braving frigid weather, road blocks, intense security and overwhelming crowds, […]
