Emily is an art historian, writer, and culture journalist based in the high desert of her native Utah. She holds an MA from the Courtauld Institute of Art and loves knitting, her calico cat, and everything Victorian.
Education
MA Art History — Courtauld Institute of Art
BA Art History & Curatorial Studies — Brigham Young University
Areas of Expertise
15 Great History Museums Every History Lover Must Visit at Least Once
From Cairo to London, these 15 world-class history museums house humanity's most breathtaking treasures, ancient artifacts, and cultural milestones.
18 Most Spectacular Art Museums for Your Cultural Bucket List
From Paris, to Tokyo, to New York City, these spectacular art museums hold stunning collections that showcase human creativity across time.
The Hidden History of Roman Slavery with Emma Southon (INTERVIEW)
Historian and author Emma Southon discusses her latest book, 'Not Built in a Day: How Slavery Made the Roman Empire.'
Curator Jeffrey Spier on ‘Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World’
A conversation with the exhibition curator on how ancient magic shaped everyday life, as explored at the Toledo Museum of Art.
Curator Edwin Becker on van Gogh and the Making of a Multi-Sensory Exhibition
An interview on ‘Yellow. Beyond van Gogh’s Colour’ at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, a first-of-its-kind exhibition.
Rethinking the Samurai with British Museum Experts
An interview with Rosina Buckland and Oleg Benesch, co-authors of ‘Samurai,' published alongside the British Museum’s major exhibition.
Dr. Paul Cartledge on Athenian Democracy in the Age of Pericles
An interview with Cambridge’s Dr. Paul Cartledge on his upcoming biography, ‘Pericles: Statesman, Demagogue, Eccentric.’
8 Historic Route 66 Stops Shaping the Highway’s Second Century
From neon motels to novelty sculptures, these historic Route 66 landmarks still define America’s most iconic highway.
11 Cities Leading the Way in Art and Culture for 2026
Top cities where art and culture shine in 2026 with landmark Biennales, museum openings, and top exhibitions.
10 Must-See Exhibitions in the US This Year (2026)
From Frida Kahlo and Raphael to the Whitney Biennial and Guggenheim Pop, these are the 10 must-see US museum exhibitions defining 2026.
10 Must-See Exhibitions in Europe This Year (2026)
A guide to the most important art exhibitions across Europe in 2026, featuring major museums, rare works, and landmark retrospectives.
Top 30 Western Art Movements with Lasting Impact, from Classical to Conceptual
A complete timeline of the top art movements in Western history, including core traits, famous artists, and must-see works.