Thursday 9/29: Class at the RISD Museum!

Please note: Class will meet 5pm to 7pm at the RISD Museum

Directions to RISD Museum

The Google Maps link below will help you to find the RISD Museum in Providence. Please do bring (and wear) a mask -- it is required.

Read or view before class:

Please read in preparation for our visit to the RISD Museum on Thursday September 29th, 5pm to 7pm.

Homer. The Iliad, Book 22.

Hughes, chapters 40-44, 46, 48-49.

Prepare or organize before class:

As you read Book 22, try to visualize what the battle between Hector and Achilles looked like. At the RISD Museum, we’ll explore a variety of works from the ancient world, including one that seeks to represent this encounter.