Columbia University
The Pequot War
Site includes brief essay on the Pequot War, timeline, maps of the battles and 17th century settlements, as well as link to Pequot Museum and Research Center.
Native American Art and Technology
Native Tech: Native American Beadwork: Display of Native American Beadwork
The Northeast Woodland Indians used many different materials to make their jewelry. Read about the materials, how they were used, and see pictures of different kinds of jewelry.
Native American Art and Technology
Native Tech: Bead and Pendant Types of the Northeast
See the creative ways the Northeast Woodland Indians used natural materials to fashion their jewelry. Using the menu, see drawings and read commentary about the many types of beads.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Rhode Island
"Did you know that Rhode Island has more artists per person than any state in the country?" "Who was Samuel Slater and what is he famous for?" These questions and more are addressed at America's Story site for Rhode Island.