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Mississippi Alliance for Arts Education
You can find listings of state and national arts associations, visit online museums or historic sites, and locate resources that promote arts in education.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Sc: Stono River Slave Rebellion Site
Beginning point of the earliest slave revolt in the United States.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in New Jersey: Hadrosaurus Foulkii Leidy Site
Where the first relatively complete set of dinosaur bones (Hadrosaurus foulkii) in the world were discovered in 1838 by Joseph Leidy.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Arizona: Air Force Facility Missile Site 8
Last surviving Titan II missile launch facility; inactive.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Wy: Fort Phil Kearny and Associated Sites
Fort Phil Kearny was an outpost of the United States Army that existed in the late 1860s in present-day northeastern Wyoming along the Bozeman Trail.
NOAA
Noaa: Nhc:deadliest Atlantic Tropical Cyclones, 1492 Present
The National Hurricane Center site contains a large body of information on hurricanes. From this site find out what a storm surge is, when the first record of a tropical storm was made. Go to the home page and find the latest forecasts.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Pennsylvania
Can you name the "two major cities" that dominate the state of Pennsylvania? At this site from the Library of Congress you can learn about how William Penn named this state and find answers to many other questions, as this site takes a...
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: What the Star Spangled Banner Means
Thorough two-part lesson plan that explains the historical significance of the Star Spangled Banner and the American flag. Includes a link to a wonderful site about the history of the American flag. Requires the students to think about...
US National Archives
Nara: Teaching With Documents: Unfinished Lincoln Memorial Interactive Lesson
This interactive link provides both learners and teachers with historical insight to the symbolism behind the dramatic construction of one of our nation's greatest monuments. Site includes pictures of various moments in the construction...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Teacher's Guide
Explore the world of Africa through these teacher's guides. This site features teacher tools for middle school age learners.
Other
Nez Perce Photography
A site that follows the history of the Nez Perce, from the late nineteenth century to the present, using historical photographs of Chief Joseph, battlegrounds, and the Nez Perce people.
US National Archives
Nara: Picturing the Century: A New Century
This site has a series of photographs of different areas in the United States during the beginning of the 20th century.
US National Archives
Nara: American Originals: Louisiana Purchase Treaty
Wonderful NARA site that provides pictures of the original treaty and agreements of the Louisiana Purchase. Brief introduction discusses the amount of land purchased and the cost per acre described by the Purchase.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: The United States Capitol Building
A comprehensive site that provides three lesson plans which explain what takes place in the U.S. Capitol Building. This thorough site describes the function of the Capitol Building and includes many photos of both the building itself and...
Digital History
Digital History: Watergate
This site is a comprehensive overview of the Watergate break-in and investigation that would eventually result in Nixon's resignation.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Economy of the United States
This site from the encyclopedia Wikipedia gives the reader excellent insight into the United States economy. Includes historical references, the influence of technology, resources, and the role of government. Includes numerous charts and...
PBS
Pbs: For Gold and Glory
A companion site to the PBS documentary on African American Charlie Wiggins, who set up a national auto racing league for African American drivers.
Smithsonian Institution
Nm Af A: Audible Artworks: Selected African Musical Instruments
Five traditional African musical instruments are highlighted at this Smithsonian site: two types of drums, the thumb piano (mucapata), harp, and whistles. Includes historical facts about the instruments.
Ohio Test Prep
Ohio Test Prep: Module 6: Ohio Resources and Innovations
Ohio learning module prepares students for the state test in Social Studies on Ohio inventions, transportation and industry and how it impacts the nation. Site includes video tutorials, interactive practice reviews, and assessment.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Switzerland
The BBC features an overview on the wealthy European country of Switzerland including key facts, historical background, information on political leaders and the news media, and a timeline of key events. Also provides links to recent news...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Ireland
The BBC features an overview on the European country of Ireland including key facts, historical background, information on political leaders and the news media, and a timeline of key events. Also provides links to recent news stories and...
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Nineteenth Amendment
There was a time in the United States when voting was only for white men who owned property. This Library of Congress site tells you about the days when American women fought for their right to vote. Includes high quality historic images.
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Unesco: The Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
This site from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization contains a brief description of the fortified French city of Carcassonne. Links to other related sites.
United Nations
Unesco: Amiens Cathedral
This site from the United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization contains a brief description of the cathedral in Amiens, France. Related links are available in French.