Art Cyclopedia
Artcyclopedia: British Artists
Here is a list of British artists as well as links to a biography about them, and photographs of their famous works.
British Library
British Library: Explore the World's Knowledge
The United Kingdom's British Library is the largest library in the world. It's collections include cultural artifacts from around the world on topics such as art, music and literature. Explore virtual reproductions of classic works of...
University of Pittsburgh
The Grimm Brothers' Children's and Household Tales
This site has a list of the Grimm Brother's 210 fairytales. Many of the tales have a link to the telling of the tale, as well as related links.
British Library
British Library: Language & Literature: Books for Cooks
View a series of extracts from eighteenth-century cookbooks written in English and learn what people in England ate during this period of overseas expansion, urbanization, and early industrialization. Accompanying essays explain various...
Other
Weddings in England
Do you want to know the symbolism behind the bride's dress and veil? How about the Bridal Bouquet? Read about these and other English wedding traditions and customs here.
Other
Jean Ingelow's "Songs of Seven"
Read Jean Ingelow's collection of poems entitled "Songs of Seven" that had a significant impact on England's 19th century culture.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Jamestown, Quebec, Santa Fe: Three North American Beginnings
Explore the origins of Canada and the United States as Jamestown, Quebec, and Santa Fe celebrate their 400th anniversary.
Other
24 Hour Museum: Uk's National Virtual Museum
The 24 Hour Museum collects in one place museum exhibit sites and news from over 3700 museums, galleries and heritage sites in the UK. Whether you are interested in history, science, literature or culture, you'll be able to find...
University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh: Charles Perrault's Mother Goose Tales
Charles Perrault gave these tales "literary legitimacy" when he wrote them down and published them. Read about Perrault and read his stories that swept across England in the 1800s.
Other
Easter in England
Read about how Easter, Lent, Shrove Tuesday, Holy Week, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday are observed in England.
Other
Birdworld: Britain's Largest Birdpark and Gardens
Want to learn more about England's Birds and Gardens? Visit Britain's largest birdpark and gardens in Surrey, England. Find out about the penguin feeding times and the safari rides.
Other
Grimm Fairy tales.com
You can read and hear animated stories from the Brothers Grimm on this site. There are also links to games, fun stuff, and a featured story.