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Government Sites
Archives of American
Art - The collections of the Archives of American Art comprise the largest source in the world of
primary source documentation on the visual arts in America. You can access information through AAA's online
catalog, finding aids and guides, and a committed reference staff.
Ask Joan of
Art - Do you have a question about American art and don't know how to find the answer? Art
information specialists at the Smithsonian American Art Museum can help using both print and electronic
reference resources.
Beyond Ukiyo-e: Modern and Contemporary Japanese Prints -
(Library of Congress) - From the early twentieth century, the Library of Congress has collected Japanese graphic
art. The Library's substantial collection is particularly strong in woodblock prints from the Shin Hanga and Sôsaku
Hanga movements that dominated Japanese printmaking through the 1960s.
Colorful Impressions - Techniques - (National Gallery of Art) - Many of the techniques
invented and used by eighteenth-century French printmakers in the manufacture of their color prints are no longer
in regular use. These definitions and descriptions may assist in the understanding and appreciation of the
complicated processes by which these works were produced.
Encyclopedia Smithsonian - Encyclopedia Smithsonian features answers to
frequently asked questions about the Smithsonian and links to Smithsonian resources on subjects from Art to
Zoology.
Freer Gallery of Art - Asian Collection - This museum offers a wide variety of programs
designed to better understand Asian art and culture. The programs aim to reach all visitors, including children and
adults with little to no experience with the arts of Asia.
Hall of Presidents - National Portrait Gallery - (Smithsonian Institution) - This virtual tour will
allow you to navigate through the National Portrait Gallery's, Hall of Presidents.
Harlem Renaissance - Herbert Hoover
Presidential Library and Museum - (National Archives) - View the exhibit from the Herbert Hoover
Presidential Library and Museum and learn more about this African American Movement.
Harlem Renaissance - Library of Congress - The Harlem Renaissance was a
movement characterized by the flourishing of literature mostly, but also art and music by African Americans who
sought self-expression. Find out more here.
Harlem Renaissance Materials - (Library of Congress) - Features music, art, and writing
from Harlem during the 1920s and 1930s.
Online Exhibits from the Anacostia Community
Museum - (Smithsonian Institution) - The museum features several online collections including
biographical information on featured African American Writers.
Smithsonian Education For Students - (Smithsonian) - This is a place for kids to explore,
discover and learn. Find out about art, science, history and the secrets of the museums.
Other Resources
A Lifetime of Color: Timeline of Art - Explore the world of art and artists through our interactive
timeline and glossary.
A. Pintura Art
Detective - Follow A. Pintura on an art history adventure.
American Art - Corcoran Museum - This museum presents, interprets and
preserves the art of our times and of times past. Learn about this center for American art and check out the online
exhibits too!
Contemporary Art - Corcoran Museum - Highlights from the Corcoran's
permanent collection of over 16,000 works of art.
European Art - Corcoran Museum - Highlights from the Corcoran's permanent
collection of over 16,000 works of art.
Harlem Renaissance - BrainPop - Watch this animated
short and learn all about the African American artistic community of the 1920s.
HomeworkNYC.org - This is a great resource for kids on many different
subjects - from languages to science. Find out what happened today in history, and there's even a link for study
notes.
Metropolitan Museum of Art - Explore and Learn - The page for young people
includes family guides, museum hunts, and art games. From discovering a dragon to guessing a detail, there's
something fun for everyone to do and learn.
Timeline of Art
History - The Timeline of Art History is a chronological, geographical, and thematic exploration of the
history of art from around the world.
Page Revised - 12/29/2009
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