Website with text and images offering an introduction to the architectural resources available through the American Antiquarian Society.

Kids learn about Renaissance architecture. What made it different and who were the great architects of the time.

Comparing Greek and Roman architecture? Unearth new resources for teaching about the methods of development in these ancient cities.

A history of the basilica, dating from 1806, along with information about its architect, Benjamin Henry Latrobe; a timeline that compares events in the history of the United States with the specific history of the cathedral; and a review...

Provides an overview of the culture of Palestine, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life,...

Resource presents 3D digital models that have been created to illustrate the urban development of ancient Rome. Follow the history of this project, chose the time period to re-create, and view the photo gallery of images.

Resource for teachers and students on the architecture of the Middle Ages teaches us about the dwellings of both nobility and peasants and tells about the style of Gothic and Romanesque churches. Site includes links to activities,...

Use this site to create and print the parts of a castle. Includes instructions for putting it together as well as a link to more detailed information on castles in medieval times.

Canada Council for the Arts supports Architecture in Canada; this website helps younger students explore uniquely Canadian architecture. There are direct links to famous buildings in all ten provinces and eight different types of...

When the World Trade Center's Twin Towers opened to the public in 1973, they were the tallest buildings in the world. Statistics: They rose a quarter-mile in the sky, contained 15 miles of elevator shafts, and nearly 44,000 windows. From...

Learn the history, architecture, and collections of the Long Beach, California historic site, Rancho Los Cerritos.

Provides an overview of the culture of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...

Provides an overview of the culture of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education,...

Find short illustrated articles on many different aspects of ancient Greek culture, warfare, art, literature, religion, and architecture.

An overview of ancient Chinese architecture, culture, and art.

A good basic reference on the main types of temple architecture in ancient Greece, including Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian. Also includes information on architecture, the Parthenon, and sculpture in ancient Greece, with accompanying links...

Read about the history of Spain including other groups that lived there in the past, the Golden Age, the reign of Napoleon, the Spanish Civil War, and the establishment of democracy. Also looks at the makeup of the Spanish population,...

A great description of the tension in popular culture during the Great Depression with a focus on tradition abutting modernism in the arts and architecture. Read about the new comic book and radio superheroes, and commonality in American...

Museums have been a part of human history for over 2,000 years- but they weren't always like the ones we visit today. J.V. Maranto uncovers the evolution of museums, from the first museum in 530 BC (curated by a princes) to PT Barnum's...

An excellent introduction to the earliest period of Islamic art (approximately A.D. 700 to A.D. 1000) that includes a historical overview of the rise of Islam. With informative descriptions and wonderful reproductions of art from the...

Three-part resource on Greek theater that includes an overview, a roll-over diagram that highlights and defines key architectural elements of ancient Greek theaters, and examples of the influence of ancient Greek architecture on...

Take a fascinating trip into the past to experience how gas stations have evolved from livery stables in Wisconsin. In addition to the descriptions of the architectural styles through the decades, history is brought to life with a video...

Excellent example of a Community History. Includes the origin of the community, the plan for settlement, early settlers, religions, important buildings, history through the years, events, and plans for the future.

A detailed history and explanation of the ideologies behind cubism. Lots of cubism links as well.