History Programs

Journey through time. Explore your favorite period in history or get to know your favorite historical figure. We offer history programs to suit every schedule including Madison area classes, independent study, and European travel tours. Contact us by calling 608-262-8663 or by e-mail.

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Winter 2012 history programs

Browse winter 2012 class descriptions

• Art and architecture of Berlin
• Ancient civilizations of Peru
• History and mystery: the deadly decade of the 1920s
• History of country music: 1922-1953
• A little Piece of Norway: from Vikings to the 21st century
• Maritime topics
• The medieval landscape
• Medieval popular religion
• The medieval world
• A mystery tour of the Dordogne
• The other Europe: sorting out the Slavic dimensions
• The patron saints of Ireland: Patrick, Brigid, and Columba
• Rome caput mundi and pilgrimage site: ancient, medieval, and modern
• Study war some more: the human face of the  American Civil War
• When God went mod: post-World War 2 churches of Wisconsin

History programs include:

• Madison Area History Classes - These popular audiovisual lectures offer fascinating insight into historical periods and people. Our instructors create an enriching experience and often provide additional resources, such as a specialized reading lists, if you seek even more in depth knowledge. You will find descriptions of all current history classes in the UW-Madison continuing studies catalog. History classes are offered in fall and winter-spring.
  
  
• Travel Study - History seminars abroad offer a unique and enriching European travel experience. Let us escort you through the history and culture of a selected region through a carefully selected itinerary.
  
  
• Independent Learning - Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of studying at home. Correspondence courses provide an opportunity to learn at your own pace. Study Ancient, World, American and/or Wisconsin History and much more for noncredit or optional college credit. Some courses also available for high school credit.