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Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Chinese American Clothes and Heritage
With this collection, visitors can explore the fashions and culture of Chinese Americans in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Other
American Centuries, View From New England
A multi-purpose site that provides information on history and historic artifacts from New England. There are also some interesting games that serve to enhance learning about New England. Be sure to watch video demonstrations of Early...
Other
Fashion Institute of Technology: Museum: Collections (18Th Century to Present)
This in-depth collection offers images and background information about fashions and accessories from the 1700's to the present day.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum: Victorian Dress at the V&a
Learn about the fashions worn by the various social classes during the Victorian era. Includes information on popular styles and textiles, along with a collection of images.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Costume Institute: Search the Collection
This vast collection of historical garments and jewelry contains an inventory of over 34,000 items. Includes images, dates and important facts about each piece.
Digital History
Digital History: Samuel Gompers and the American Federation of Labor
A good look at not only Samuel Gompers and the formation of the American Federation of Labor, but also of the course of unionism in general, its successes and failures, its goals, and membership in the late 19th century.