This is the United States' premier museum, founded in 1845, in Washington, DC. It is the world’s largest museum and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park and nine research facilities. THE SITE HAS LITERALLY HUNDREDS OF ONLINE EXHIBITS FULL OF ARTIFACTS AND HISTORICAL INFORMATION.

This site has a great collection of advertising materials on such items as Pepsi-Cola, Breck Shampoo, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, cigarette advertising, Eskimo Pies, and Maidenform, just to name a few. It also has company records for corporations such as Western Union, Dupont, and General Electric Nela Park. BE SURE TO EXPLORE THE LINKS ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE HOME PAGE.

Located in Cincinnati, the American Jewish Archives is committed to preserving a documentary heritage of the religious, organizational, economic, cultural, personal, social and family life of American Jewry. Check out their online exhibitions, including the new one on the Civil War.

Founded in 1965, this Detroit museum provides learning opportunities, exhibitions, programs and events based on collections and research that explore the diverse history and culture of African Americans and their African origins.

Part of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, this museum houses over 3 million artifacts--all true national treasures, including Abraham Lincoln's stovepipe hat and Judy Garland's red ruby slippers.

This new museum in the Smithsonian Institution is committed to advancing the knowledge and understanding of Native cultures in the Western Hemisphere, past, present and future.

The National Agricultural Library is one of four national libraries of the United States, with locations in Beltsville, MD, and Washington, D.C. It houses one of the world's largest and most accessible agricultural information collections. Check out the link on the left labeled HISTORY, ART AND BIOGRAPHY.

This link takes you to the RESEARCH section of the NYPL's Web site. Be sure to click on the Digital Gallery tab to find some wonderful historical images.

Affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution, the Heinz History Center, located in Pittsburgh, is the largest museum in Pennsylvania. Although it focuses on Pennsylvania history, it offers great resources on Jewish history, sports, and industrial development.

Located nearby in South Bend, IN, this museum includes great information on the St. Joseph Iron Works, the All American Girls Professional Baseball League, and other topics of local interest. Adjacent to the Center is the Studebaker National Museum.

The mission of LA 84 is to serve youth through sport and to increase knowledge of sport and its impact on people’s lives. Check out their DIGITAL ARCHIVE link on the left hand side of their home page.