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David Goss is an Assistant Professor in the Practice of History at the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. His academic work bridges public history, museum studies, and early American intellectual and maritime history.
Education:
- B.A., Gordon College
- M.A., Tufts University
- Ph.D. Candidate, Boston University
His research focuses on Museum Studies, New England Puritanism, the American Revolution, and New England Maritime history. He specializes in public-facing historical scholarship, with a strong emphasis on local history, cultural heritage, and historic preservation in Salem, Massachusetts. His work often explores the intersection of community identity and historical narrative.
His publications span topics including the Salem Witch Trials, urban renewal, maritime heritage, and colonial military history. These works reflect a consistent engagement with public history, material culture, and regional New England identity, often aimed at both academic and general audiences.
Scientific Awards:
- AAM Publication Award
David Goss has contributed significantly to museum curation and historical documentation. While there is no mention of formal advising or grant activity in the provided text, his long-standing involvement with historical societies and publications suggests active collaboration with institutions such as the Beverly Historical Society and Museum and the U.S. National Park Service. His work supports the preservation and interpretation of American heritage.
He has been associated with projects under the auspices of the Society of Colonial Wars and the New England Historic Genealogic Society, indicating deep engagement with genealogical and colonial historical networks.
