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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The Harlem Renaissance

For Students 5th - 8th
The Harlem Renaissance influenced not only African American culture in the Jazz Age, but all of American culture. Read about some of the shining stars of African American literature and music of the age.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Laurel and Hardy

For Students 9th - 10th
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1991 to commemorate Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. With a short passage on their contributions to both silent films and comedies.
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Other

The Astrolabe: Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a very general overview of astrolabe principles with links to other pages for more detailed information.
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Other

Silent Era: Actors

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of actors in the Silent Film era. Click on a name to find a brief biography and additional resources.