To study the history of humankind, is to study transformation and positive impacts. Across the globe, experts in history, world heritage and archeology, among others, have been in the study and interpretation of human identity while also analysing the transformations taking place in society and civilization over time. So, on the occasion of World Heritage Day 2023, we at Edugraph bring you 3 exciting careers for the heritage and history enthusiast.
1. Heritage manager
The National heritage sites of India are now in the spotlight for both the public and the academia. As the scope for exploration and interpretation expands, so does the demand for estate administrators to look after them. As a Heritage Manager, you will be responsible for the preservation and management of heritage sites such as landscapes, museums, historic buildings, ancient sites and other such properties.
The day to day agenda of a Heritage Manager includes a wide range of tasks, beginning from preserving important monuments to developing plans to preserve the local cultural and industrial heritage of the area. In the long run, the major goal of a Heritage manager is to maintain site protection while also generating income for the sustainability of the business.
2. Archaeologist
An archaeologist's major job is to uncover patterns about culture, human life, and origins. They are usually engaged in analysing data, planning research projects, and thereafter developing data collection methods. The day to day task of an archaeologist is to excavate and analyse historical sites as well as the preservation of the extant architectural structure.
As an archaeologist you will get to work outdoors amid excavations and site visits. As you progress in the career and build up your skills and reputation, opportunities for domestic and international travel may also arise. Archaeologists must perform their duties with a minute understanding of the history of human civilization. In the long run, this information is used not only for identifying artefacts, but also in correctly dating them as well as determining what they are and how they were actually utilised.
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3. Museologist
A Museologist manages, oversees, exhibits, organises, and develops museum collections along with conducting day to day related research. Museum curators typically specialise in a wide range of subjects such as natural history, fine arts, social history, anthropology, decorative arts, or science. Museologist are particularly prized for their talent for research and discerning eye.
According to Anuja Das, Career Counselor at The Heritage School, Kolkata, “I feel via several cultural events, workshops, and field trips, students gain a deeper understanding of the diverse cultures, traditions, and art forms that make India unique. They get to learn about the history of Indian art, explore traditional crafts such as pottery, weaving, and embroidery, and discover the different styles of architecture and sculpture found in India's ancient temples and monuments. Moreover, such activities also motivates them and a few students pursue History more specifically, Museology or Archaeology, as an outcome of the love for History that has been inculcated within them through their school life”.
There are a plethora of opportunities, in India and abroad, with the global wealth in terms of cultural and historical heritage. History offers a range of career opportunities, across the world for those with an interest and passion for the subject.
