History

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Albany Museum
http://www.ru.ac.za/affiliates/am/

"Today the Museum houses permanent collections of freshwater invertebrates, terrestrial insects (most notably wasps and bees), freshwater fishes, plants (in an extensive herbarium ), birds, fossils, rocks and minerals, ethnographic and Late Stone Age and Early Iron Age material amounting to more than two million specimens in all."

Ancient Adventures: Cyber Museum
http://members.tripod.com/jaydambrosio/cybermus.html

The CyberMuseum features lots of pictures and links in the following topics: early humans, Mesopotamia, ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and ancient mysteries (like the Mayan pyramids).

Asian Civilisations Museum
http://www.museum.org.sg/ACM/acm.shtml

"Tracing and presenting the ancestral cultures of Singaporeans is the mission of the Asian Civilisations Museum. Given the multi-ethnic nature of Singapore's population and her geographical position, the main interest areas of the Museum encompass China, Southeast Asia, India and West Asia. "

Bath Postal Museum
http://www.bathpostalmuseum.org/

"Bath Postal Museum covers the history of the Post in the UK and introduces the key people that shaped the postal system."

Beckford's Tower & Museum
http://www.bath-preservation-trust.org.uk/museums/beckford/

"A fascinating display of prints, pictures, architectural models, objects and furniture illustrate William Beckford's life and interests both at Fonthill and Bath. The ground floor rooms have been leased to the Landmark Trust, which has carefully restored them recreating something of Backford's opulent interiors, and offers the space as a holiday flat. "

Bishop Museum
http://www.bishopmuseum.org/

"This museum will tell the full story of Hawai`i in relationship to its place in the Pacific, and the world, and we will make Hawai`i aware of the world around us. These stories will be told through a network of public museums and learning centers that provide personal experiences that are engaging and relevant."

The Bramah Museum of Tea and Coffee
http://www.bramahmuseum.co.uk/

"The Bramah Museum, only two minutes from London Bridge Station, is the world's first museum devoted entirely to the history of tea and coffee. It tells the commercial and social 400 year old history of two of the world's most important commodities since their arrival in Europe from the Far East and Africa. "

Brockville Museum
http://www.brockvillemuseum.com/

"The Brockville Community Museum also houses the Leeds and Grenville Genealogical Society and the local history archives, and is actively involved in educational programmes for both children and adults alike. "

Cambridge & County Folk Museum
http://www.folkmuseum.org.uk/

"This warm-hearted museum displaying the everyday life of Cambridge people since 1700."

The Canadian Museum of Civilization
http://www.civilization.ca/

"The Canadian Museum of Civilization Corporation (CMCC), a Crown Corporation, was established in 1990 by the Canadian Museums Act. The CMCC comprises two national museums: the Canadian Museum of Civilization (CMC) and its affiliate, the Canadian War Museum (CWM). Today, the CMC and the CWM care for upwards of 4 million artifacts. The Museum of New France, dedicated to furthering the knowledge of the history of New France, takes the form of a virtual museum." This site provides a way to tap into the historical and archeological resources of the Museums of the Corporation. Includes an extensive collection and a virtual tour.

Central Pacific Railroad Photographic History Museum
http://cprr.org/

The Central Pacific Railroad Photographic History Museum exhibits stereoviews, engravings, maps, and documents illustrating the history of the first transcontinental railroad. Detailed discussion of the photographic processes used to create the images are included. There is also dicussion of the contribution of the Chinese workers who helped build the railroad.

CHHATRAPATI sHIVAJI mAHARAJ vASTU sANGRAHALAYA
http://www.bombaymuseum.org/

"The Prince of Wales Museum of Western India is one of the best-known Museums of the Country. This magnificent heritage building, situated on the famous 'Crescent Site' on the way to the Gateway of India, is a landmark of south Mumbai. "

Dalnavert Museum
http://www.mhs.mb.ca/info/museums/dalnavert

"Dalnavert, at 61 Carlton Street, one of the finest examples of Victorian domestic architecture, and a Manitoba Historic Site, offers much. "

Deutsches Historisches Museum
http://www.dhm.de/

"Enlightenment and communication are the central precepts of the conception, which also states: The museum shall in particular strive to help the citizens of our country to gain a clear idea of who they are as Germans and Europeans, as inhabitants of a region and members of a worldwide civilization. "

Elgin County Pioneer Museum
http://www.execulink.com/~ecpmchin/

"Workshops and special events held throughout the year make The Elgin County Pioneer Museum an integral part of the community. Programs are available for primary and secondary school groups, children's groups, adults, and seniors. Yearly memberships are also available."

Elmbridge Museum
http://www.surrey-online.co.uk/elm-mus/

"Elmbridge Museum is the local community history museum for the Elmbridge Borough area."

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
http://www.fwmuseum.org/

"The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History provides hundreds of programs aimed at engaging children and families in learning. "

Frauen Museum Wiesbaden
http://www.frauenmuseum-wiesbaden.de/

"The frauen museum wiesbaden creates and presents exhibitions, conferences, lecture series and offers sensuous experience as well as a thrilling, challenging and vivid involvement in cultural discussion."

Glenbow museum
http://www.glenbow.org/

"Glenbow is western Canada's largest museum, with over 93,000 square feet of exhibition space spreading over three floors. More than 20 galleries are filled with artifacts from Glenbow's collection of over a million objects."

Hanyang University Museum
http://www.museumuf.hanyang.ac.kr/

This museum holds many kinds of Korean relics.

Historical Museum of Southern Florida
http://www.historical-museum.org/

"The Historical Museum of Southern Florida is dedicated to telling the story of South Florida and the Caribbean, in order to create a better quality of life by understanding the past, linking it to the present and building a better future."

Hong Kong Museum of History
http://hk.history.museum/

"The functions of the Museum of History are to preserve the cultural heritage of Hong Kong through acquisition, conservation and research of cultural objects, and to promote the public's understanding of and interest in the development of Hong Kong and its unique cultural heritage through the Museum's collections, exhibitions and education and outreach activities."

Hyde Park Barracks Museum
http://www.hht.net.au/

"Discover the everyday lives of over 15,000 male convicts who passed through Hyde Park Barracks between 1819 and 1848. Intriguing personal observations and evocative historic images provide glimpses of the men's experiences and of this much-loved Sydney landmark."

National Museum of American Jewish History
http://www.nmajh.org/

The National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadephia offers a view of "American Jews in the social, cultural, economic and political life" of the United States. View descriptions and photographs of current and past exhibits or check out the site's "three side-by-side timelines of American history, American Jewish history, and World Jewish history."

Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia
http://www.ferris.edu/jimcrow

This anti-racism museum at Ferris State Univeristy is both a real place and an Internet museum. Its goal is to use objects of intolerance to teach tolerance and supply a place where people, from all races can talk openly and honestly about race, race relations, and racism.

MacBride Museum
http://www.macbridemuseum.com/

"MacBride Museum is an interactive museum with Early Whitehorse, Natural History, Gold Rush 'Rivers of Gold', First Nations and North West Mounted Police exhibits. The museum site is home to historic buildings including Sam McGee's cabin and the 1900 Telegraph Office. "

Mah Jongg Cyber Museum - The Fascinating Chinese Game
http://www.mahjongmuseum.com/

This site details the game of Mah Jongg including an overview of the game and its history and rules, as well as offering sets for sale or trade.

Memorial do Imigrante
http://www.memorialdoimigrante.sp.gov.br/

"The Sector of Oral History of the Memorial do Imigrante is collecting testimony by immigrants from more than 60 nationalities, who arrived here in search of a dignified life condition of richness and the realization of their dreams. With such material, recorded in video, the Memorial do Imigrante is producing a collection open to the public."

Museum of Afro American History Boston
http://www.afroammuseum.org/

Visit this historical museum online. The web site's Black Heritage Trail is a walking tour that explores the history of African Americans who lived in Boston during the 1800s. The tour includes facts about and pictures of schools that African American children went to during this time.

Museum of Ancient Inventions
http://www.smith.edu/hsc/museum/ancient_inventions/home.htm

Look at what people invented a very long time ago, such as eyeliner, the abacus, and the catapult. This site, presented by the Smith College Program in the History of the Sciences, includes detailed descriptions and high-quality photographs for every item.

Museum of Anthropology
http://www.moa.ubc.ca/

"The Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia is world-renowned for its collections, research, teaching, public programs, and community connections. It is also acclaimed for its spectacular architecture and unique setting on the cliffs of Point Grey."

Museum of National Antiquities
http://www.historiska.se/

"The museum is responsible for Swedish cultural history and art from the Stone Age to the 16th century."

Museum of Toilets
http://www.sulabhtoiletmuseum.org/

"Museums as repositories for the preservation and exhibition of the objects of historical, scientific and cultural interest are found all over the world. But rare are the museums that display the evolution of toilets and their various designs. "

Museus Castro Maya
http://www.visualnet.com.br/cmaya/

This museum is a history museum.

National Anthropology Museum
http://www.mexicocity.com.mx/mantro.html

"In bringing together the vestiges of the past with the daily activities of the present, the National Museum of Anthropology has achieved a truly magnificent museological space."

The National Archives Virtual Museum
http://www.pro.gov.uk/virtualmuseum/

The Virtual Museum of the PRO (The Public Record Office is the national archive of England, Wales and the United Kingdom) "provides a showcase for some of the treasures at the PRO’s new Education and Visitor Centre (opens in a new window) at Kew, including a host of landmark documents from the past 1000 years of British history. Many of these items have never before been on display. Visitors can explore everything from Famous Names to Crime & Punishment, and from War & Defence to Kings & Queens. They can find out surprising facts about famous people - including William Shakespeare, Robin Hood and Sir Elton John - as well as the extraordinary feats of ordinary people."

National Civil Rights Museum
http://www.civilrightsmuseum.org/

Visit this museum that honors those who fought for the civil rights of African Americans. Learn about the history of the civil rights movement and important leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Booker T. Washington.

National Folk Museum of Korea
http://www.nfm.go.kr/

"The National Folk Museum of Korea , the only national museum in Korea devoted to the history of traditional life, has a General Service Division that deals with both general education and the management of museum buildings, an Exhibition Division for displaying artifacts, a Folk Research Division for the study and collection of artifacts,and a Relic Conservation Division for managing preserved materials."

National Historical Museum
http://www.museuhistoriconacional.com.br/

"The National Historical Museum, created in 1922, is one of the most important museums in Brazil, consisting of over 287 thousand items, among which the largest numismatic collection of Latin America."

National Museum of the American Indian
http://www.nmai.si.edu/

"The Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian is dedicated to the preservation, study, and exhibition of the life, languages, literature, history, and arts of Native Americans." This site presents the museum's collections, exhibitions, and provides additional Internet-based information about Native Americans.

National Nuseum of Ethnography, Sweden
http://www.etnografiska.se/etnoweb

This museum is a division of the National Museums of World Culture.

National Palace Museum
http://www.npm.gov.tw/

The Nazi Olympics Berlin 1936
http://www.ushmm.org/museum/exhibit/online/olympics/

Contains information about the role of sports in Nazi Germany, and the debate about participating the Berlin Olympic Games. This site also covers the individual sports, the treatment of African-American and Jewish athletes, and the aftermath. Many photographs and sound files are included.

New Madrid Historical Museum
http://legacy.sheltonbbs.com/~nmhm/

"The New Madrid Historical Museum reflects the history of this rivertown from the Mississippian period up through the early 20th century. Native American artifacts and displays bring to life the pre-Columbian culture of the area."

Pilgrim Hall Museum
http://www.pilgrimhall.org/plgrmhll.htm

"Pilgrim Hall Museum is a gallery museum in the center of historic Plymouth, Massachusetts. Through its exhibition of Pilgrim possessions and Native American artifacts, Pilgrim Hall tells the stories of America¹s founding and traditions in stirring detail." The museum's web site includes articles on the Pilgrims and the history of Thanksgiving, as well as online exhibits of artifacts from the museum.

Provincial Museum of Alberta
http://www.pma.edmonton.ab.ca/

"In the galleries and exhibitions of The Provincial Museum of Alberta you can explore the natural and human history of Alberta. Through 40,000 square feet of exhibits you can visit the mountains, prairies, forests and parklands of the Province. Discover plants and animals from the past and present or examine gems, minerals, and precious metals."

Public Museum of Grand Rapids
http://www.grmuseum.org/

"Founded in 1854, our Museum is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and teaching about the natural and cultural history of West Michigan. It is owned and operated by the City of Grand Rapids.Museum sites include Van Andel Museum Center, Voigt House Victorian Museum and Blandford Nature Center. The Community Archives and Research Center houses curatorial offices and the Museum's Research Collection."

The rose
http://www.rosetheatre.org.uk/

"This has been organised by the Rose Theatre Trust as the first stage in its campaign to reawaken public interest in the site, and help raise funds for its re-excavation, stabilisation and permanent display. "

Rosersberg Palace
http://www.royalcourt.se/net/Kungl.+Hovstaterna/De+kungliga+...

"Rosersberg gets its name from the mother of its founder, the Lord High Treasurer Gabriel Bengtsson Oxenstierna. "

Royal Canadian Mounted Police Museum
http://www.rcmpmuseum.com/

"From its earliest days of horseback patrols across an untamed land, the RCMP has been one of Canada's most recognizable symbols and the Centennial Museum proudly displays this colourful tradition. With its extensive collection of historical material and artifacts, the Museum preserves the Force's important contribution to Canadian History."

Sainsbury's Archives Virtual Museum
http://www.j-sainsbury.co.uk/museum/museum.htm

"This WebPage contains text and pictures on shops and workers in Victorian Britain for KS2 and KS3 plus ideas for other Key Stages."

Linley Sambourne House
http://www.rbkc.gov.uk/linleysambournehouse/

"Linley Sambourne House, 18 Stafford Terrace is a unique example of a late Victorian townhouse. Home to the cartoonist Edward Linley Sambourne and his family from 1874, it survives with almost all of its furniture and fittings intact."

Seoul Museum of History
http://museum.seoul.kr/html/kor/kor.html

"The Seoul Museum of History has organized the history and traditional culture in a special order in each exhibit. The museum aims to be an extraordinary representative center of Seoul, providing its people and foreign visitors with an opportunity to see and experience the culture of the nation's capital."

Silla Art and Science Museum
http://www.sasm.or.kr/

This museum shows the art of Silla dynasty, which is one of Korean dynasties, and the science of the dynasty.

Singapore History Museum
http://www.museum.org.sg/SHM

"Housed in the elegant and impressive National Museum building, a national monument, the Singapore History Museum explores the rich heritage of the people of Singapore, from our ethnic and cultural diversity to our struggle for nationhood."

SJSU virtual museum
http://www.sjsu.edu/depts/Museum/aamenu.html

This museum shows the history of Mathematics, Science, and Technology.

The museum of King Rama
http://www.parliament.go.th/files/tour/a07.htm

"The museum displays personal belongings of King Rama VII. These articles, which were provided by Queen Rambhai Barnee, include hats, shoes, cloth, books, spectacles, lighter, desk, etc. Documents worthy of historieal studies, such as King Rama VII's abdication letter in his handwriting and the first constitution of December 10, 1932 are also on display. Diamond Jubilee of Thai National Assembly."

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
http://www.ushmm.org/

"In the aftermath of the Holocaust, many of the survivors found shelter in displaced persons (DP) camps administered by the Allied powers. Between 1948 and 1951, almost 700,000 Jews emigrated to Israel, including more than two-thirds of the Jewish displaced persons in Europe. Others emigrated to the United States and other nations. The last DP camp closed in 1957. The crimes committed during the Holocaust devastated most European Jewish communities. "

Valley Forge Historical Museum
http://www.ushistory.org/valleyforge/

Learn about the six months George Washington and his army spent at Valley Forge in the winter of 1777 - 1778. Visit the Valley Forge Museum's online exhibit to see items saved from that period of the Revolutionary War.

Virtual Museum of Cultural Revolution
http://www.cnd.org/CR/

"This Virtual Museum of Cultural Revolution was built upon a proposal by the Editorial Board of Hua Xia Wen Zhai in the Spring of 1996. (Please read the Preface and refer to an article written in 1986 by Ba Jin.) Since then, the editorial board has collected more than 1 million words' worth of materials. These works have come to us from scholars of the Cultural Revolution, readers' contributions, and articles we found scattered in all sorts of electronic and print publications. "

Vorarlberger Landesmuseum Bregenz
http://www.vlm.at/

"This museum is a museum for history, culture and art of Austria´s westernmost province."

Vorderasiatische Museum
http://www.smb.spk-berlin.de/vam

"Fourteen rooms are devoted to this collection in the southern wing of the Pergamon Museum. The collection contains many important examples of architecture, reliefs and smaller objects."

Vorderasiatsches Museum
http://www.smb.spk-berlin.de/vam/e/s.html

"The museum ranks alongside the Louvre and the British Museum as one of the world's leading museums of ancient oriental treasures."

Woodland Cultural Centre
http://www.woodland-centre.on.ca/

This First Nations educational and cultural center works to "protect, promote, interpret, and present the history, language, intellect and cultural heritage of the Anishinaabe and Onkwehon:we." Provides information on the museum and educational and research facilities that comprise the centre.