Public Spaces: A Conversation with Holley Snaith
This week I am joined by Holley Snaith, public historian and writer who has participated in projects with the National Park Service, The Richard Nixon Foundation and much more.
In this episode, she and I discuss the field of public history and dive into some of her fascinating exhibits.
If you want to learn more about Holley, head to her website at www.holleysnaith.com
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