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Tween Tribune: Week of 8 8 16: Ship to Tell Story of the American Revolution
Visitors to the birthplace of America can soon climb aboard a life-size Revolutionary era privateer ship, in the heart of Philadelphia's historic district. But the visitors will stay firmly planted on land.
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Tween Tribune: Week of 8 8 16: New, Rarely Seen Whale Spotted in Pacific
Genetic tests confirm that a mysterious, unnamed species of beaked whale only rarely seen alive by Japanese fishermen roams the northern Pacific Ocean. This is according to newly published research.
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Tween Tribune: Week of 8 8 16: How Photography Shaped America's National Parks
Have you ever gotten a postcard from a national park? Chances are the picture that comes to mind is the powerful eruption of Old Faithful spouting up in Yellowstone or the rocky depths of the Grand Canyon.
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National Museum of American History: Smithsonian Jazz: Duke's Music Class
Learn about jazz from the master, Duke Ellington. Three activities explore his role as jazz composer, orchestra leader, and pianist.
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Tween Tribune: Week of 4 4 16: Why Do We Sneeze?
Article answers the question, why do we sneeze?
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Josef Albers
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides an extensive biographical overview on Josef Albers in addition to an all-inclusive listing of his works displayed at the museum.
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Milton Avery
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides biographical information on Milton Avery in addition to an extensive listing of his works as displayed at the museum. A link is also provided for additional...
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Robert S. Duncanson
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides in-depth biographical information on Robert S. Duncanson in addition to an extensive listing of his works as displayed at the museum.
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: William Edmondson
William Edmondson is profiled at this site in a format that begins with a biographical sketch of his life. His works are then listed by appearance in the museum's database. Each work is presented in thumbnail format with brief...
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Sam Gilliam
Sam Gilliam is profiled at this site in a format that begins with a lengthy biographical sketch of his life. His works are then listed by appearance in the museum's database. Each work is presented in thumbnail format with brief...
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Lois Mailou Jones
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides biographical information on Lois Mailou Jones in addition to an extensive listing of her works as displayed at the museum.
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Edmonia Lewis
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides biographical information on Edmonia Lewis in addition to an extensive listing of her works as displayed at the museum.
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Laszlo Moholy Nagy
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides biographical information on Laszlo Moholy-Nagy in addition to an extensive listing of his works as displayed at the museum.
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Augusta Savage
Augusta Savage is profiled at this site in a format that begins with a brief biographical sketch of her life. Her works are then listed by appearance in the museum's database. Each work is presented in thumbnail format with brief...
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Alma Woodsey Thomas
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides biographical information on Alma Woodsey Thomas in addition to an extensive listing of her works as displayed at the museum.
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Smithsonian American Art Museum: Gallery Talks
This national museum offers several videos of gallery talks given in American Sign Language.
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National Museum of Natural History: The Secret in the Cellar
The Secret in the Cellar is an interactive web comic based on the real finding of a body from the 17th century in the Chesapeake Bay area. Using historical and archaeological clues, students are guided to discover the truth about how...
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Lemelson Center: Kevlar Inventor
Read a biography of Stephanie Kwolek, the inventor of Kevlar.
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The National Portrait Gallery
This is a great website of portraits of famous people. Includes pictures, biographical information, and general information on artists' techniques. Includes a "Hall of Presidents" and portraits of various celebrities and artists...
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National Postal Museum
Even if you aren't a stamp collector, this is a fascinating stop in your search for US postal service history. Be sure to click on their special selections like "Inverted Jenny, A famous stamp error." Excellent exhibits explain the...
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Smithsonian National Zoo
Here is the National Zoological Park right at our fingertips. Students will find many things to explore at this colorful and engaging site. Any study of animals will have a successful start here. Chances are students can catch their...
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Smithsonian: Dividing the Spoils
Historian Michael Beschloss discusses Harry S. Truman's role in the Potsdam Conference and examines how his decisions there paved the way for the Cold War. (December 2002)
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Smithsonian Learning Lab: Wwii on the Home Front: Civic Responsibility
Smithsonian Education presents a lesson covering the WWII's propaganda program which enforced the ideals of Civic Responsibility. Provides eight pages of poster examples, detailed background over the time period, and the goals of the...
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National Museum of Natural History: African Voices: History
Trace Africa's history from the earliest humans to modern times using this thematic timeline. Learn about African trade, religion, empires, and technology. Vibrant pictures are included for each time period showcasing the African culture.