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Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago
At the online home of Chicago's Museum of Contemporary Art find a variety of ways to view and experience the museum's collections and exhibitions, which focus on visual art from 1945 to the present. Interactive content includes podcasts,...
University of Chicago
Smart Museum of Art
Located on the University of Chicago's Hyde Park campus, Smart Museum of Art houses a permanent collection of over 7000 objects, spanning five centuries of both Western and Eastern civilizations.
Library of Congress
Loc: Illinois Entered the Union 21st State
A brief history of Illinois including the origin of its name and famous landmarks. Features a historic map, a 1913 photograph of the city a
Curated OER
National Park Service: Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
National Park Services presents the general information, history, culture, science and nature of the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail.
A&E Television
History.com: Illinois
Take a detailed look at the state of Illinois! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
A&E Television
History.com: The States
Learn unique facts about each American state. You can also read a more in-depth history of each state, watch videos and play a game about all the states.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Illinois
This site has a colorful display of information about Illinois. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
Art Institute of Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago
At the online home of the Art Institute of Chicago, browse the full scope and focus of the museum's collections of French impressionism, photography, architectural drawing, European decorative arts, American art, textiles, African art,...
Kidport
Kidport: United States of America Geography
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
BBC
Bbc: Introduccion
Get the latest statistical updates on the Hispanic presence in the United States. View the 2000-2100 year graph and compare the growth spurts over time. Also view the demographic breakdown of the states that have the greatest Hispanic...
Johns Hopkins University
The Johns Hopkins University: Illinois Maps
This site from The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory provides several different Illinois maps, plus some links to related sites. A great site to check out on the subject.
S.E. Schlosser
American Folklore: Illinois Folklore
Read a brief folktale, myth or legend from the state of Illinois.
Maps of Mexico
Virtual Picture Travel Map of Illinois
Click on Illinois and take a virtual tour of Chicago. Visit places of interest such as Oak Park, the Frank Lloyd Wright House, DuSable Museum, Lincoln Park and the Sears Tower.
Maps of Mexico
Virtual Picture Travel Map of Illinois
Click on Illinois and take a virtual tour of Chicago. Visit places of interest such as Oak Park, the Frank Lloyd Wright House, DuSable Museum, Lincoln Park and the Sears Tower.
Other
Southern Illinois History: Homepage
A good reference page, even if it limits itself to Southern Illinois. Good information on slavery in the Land of Lincoln, and the struggle between kidnappers and underground railroad. Site has a search function and plenty of photos.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Illinois Poets
This overview for Illinois includes information on the poet laureate for the state. Other sections include featured poets (Gwendolyn Brooks and Carl Sandburg) and poems specifically about Illinois.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: Illinois
Offers comprehensive information regarding Illinois history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Other
Enjoy Illinois/tourism and Development
Page belonging to the Bureau of Tourism has links, and travel info, activities, parks, sights, etc.
Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago
In addition to information about the museum, its exhibits and programs, the site offers much to those arts and humanities teachers exploring online. Teacher and student resources are described and can be purchased and downloaded at the...
NSTATE
The Geography of Illinois
Here you will find a variety of cool facts about the geography of the state of Illinois. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign: Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion: Collections
The Krannert Art Museum provides a great collection of artwork from all over the world. Click on "collections" to access images of African, Egyptian, America-Pre-Columbian, USA, Ancient Gandhara, China, India, Japan, Thailand, Greece,...
Curated OER
National Park Service: Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail
Beginning in Illinois in 1846 Brigham Young led a large group of Mormoms to Salt Lake City to avoid persecution. The trail they followed is now known as the Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail. National Park Services provides the...
University of Chicago
University of Chicago: Oriental Institute
Home page of the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago. A very simple, but easy site to navigate and find what you are looking for. Links to research archives, electronic resources, and projects are available on this site.
Other
Galena State Historic Sites and General Ulysses S. Grant's Home
Discover the historic places in Galena, Illinois including General Ulysses S. Grant's home, the Old Market House, and the Elihu B. Washburne House to name a few.