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Smithsonian: Earth From Space
You may not have seen the monsoon rains in India or Mount Taranaki in New Zealand, but thanks to the Smithsonian's online exhibit, it's easy to observe the earths natural and man made features. Click on "Online Exhibition" to view and...
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National Museum of American History: September 11: Bearing Witness to History
The Smithsonian Institution has collected thousands of items and stories connected with the September 11 attack. View the items, read about them, and listen to the stories of survivors, first responders, and families of those who...
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National Museum of American History: The Star Spangled Banner
This resource provides information about the history of the flag, and events of 1814 that affected Francis Scott Key, author of the anthem.
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National Museum of American History: Slave Life and the Underground Railroad
A brief summary of the history of African American slavery and the Underground Railroad. Activities and books pertaining to slave life, plantations, and the Underground Railroad are suggested.
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National Museum of American History: History of Vaccines
Illustrated overview of the history of vaccines and inoculations against diseases, such as smallpox and polio.
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National Museum of American History: Life in Japanese American Internment Camp
Information about life in an internment camp. Includes related activities and links to books and other websites on Japanese American internment.
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National Museum of American History: Price of Freedom: Lincoln's Henry Rifle
View the museum object record for a Henry rifle given to Lincoln at the start of the Civil War. Record includes a history of the firearm, making note of its design as the inspiration for the famously successful Winchester rifle that came...
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National Museum of American History: Price of Freedom: Stubby (Canine Mascot and Hero)
A great story about the brindle pup who was the mascot of the 102 Infantry, 26th Yankee Division. Find out about the exploits of this extraordinary dog in World War I.
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National Museum of American History: Sam Houston's Hunting Knife
View a photo and read a brief description of Sam Houston's Hunting Knife.
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National Museum of American History: Price of Freedom: Regimental Uniform Coat
A photograph of the regimental uniform coat of an officer in the Continental Army. Includes a description of this particular coat and gives information about where the uniforms were manufactured.
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National Museum of American History: Price of Freedom: Tricorn Hat
See a picture of the tricorn hat, worn by militiamen in the Revolutionary War. You can also read about the history of this particular hat.
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National Museum of American History: Archives Center: Duke Ellington: Biography
A useful biographical note of Duke Ellington.
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National Museum of American History: Lighthouses Postcards
An online collection of postcards that depict lighthouses from all over the United States and Canada. A history of lighthouses is included.
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National Museum of American History: Price of Freedom: George Washington's Uniform
View a photo and read a brief description of George Washington's uniform. Also includes an explanation of Washington's attention to the symbol of the uniform. Displayed in the National Museum of American History.
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National Museum of American History: America on Stone
Features an extensive collection of lithographs that portrays everyday life in the 19th century and attitudes about race and ethnicity. These prints play a major role in helping us understand America's past. Subjects covered include...
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National Museum of American History: A Puerto Rican Carnival
A look at Carnival celebrations in Puerto Rico. The lesson includes a little bit of background information, suggested tie-in reading, and activities such as making a Carnival mask or learning about costumes by coloring a "vejigante...
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National Museum of American History: Students "Sit" for Civil Rights
Read the book, "Freedom on the Menu" about the Greensboro Sit-Ins and use the background information and follow up activities provided to enhance the story.
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Smithsonian: Mekong Lifeways
This website consists of a project in which six communities of the Mekong Delta were studied. The results are displayed in the gallery of pictures.
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Encyclopedia Smithsonian: Stradivarius Violins
An entry on the famous Stradivarius violins (and other stringed instruments) from the Smithsonian Institution.
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Smithsonian: A Different Light (Architectural Photographs)
From the Smithsonian Institution this is "A Different Light", architectural photographs by Amy R. Boles of the renovation of the old Patent Office building in Washington D.C., presented here in an on-line exhibit.
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Chant Avedissian: A Contemporary Artist of Egypt
When we think of Egypt we typically think of ancient mummies and hieroglyphics. This contemporary artists mixes both the ancient art of Egypt with modern everyday life. See his work and the symbols he likes to use.
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National Museum of African Art: African Vision
One of the largest collections of African art in the United States can be viewed at this online exhibition site. Organizes objects into three thematic group (masks, figurative arts, objects of power and prestige) and by time period,...
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The Fabric of Moroccan Life
Click on the map of Morocco to discover the textiles that come from each particular region.
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The Fabric of Moroccan Life Urban Textiles and Costumes
For hundreds of years, Moroccan women have composed fine embroideries and rugs using intricate designs that have been passed down through generations. View these exquisite textiles with large detailed images.