Sara Schechner

Sara Schechner, Ph.D. is the David P. Wheatland Curator of the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments, Harvard University. She is a historian of science, specializing in material culture and the history of astronomy. At Harvard, she is a member of the History of Science Department and has been on the faculty of the Museum Studies program. She brings over thirty years of museum and academic experience to the Harvard community.
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Tangible Things: Discovering History Through Artworks, Artifacts, Scientific Specimens, and the Stuff Around You (edX) EdX
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Tangible Things: Discovering History Through Artworks, Artifacts, Scientific Specimens, and the Stuff Around You (edX)

Dive into the fascinating world of Tangible Things: Discovering History Through Artworks, Artifacts, Scientific Specimens, and the Stuff Around You. This course offers an immersive journey through the tangible objects that tell stories about human culture and history. Learn how to interpret these items, understand their significance, and appreciate the role they play in preserving our past.

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