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Websites

Dunbarton Oaks: Pre-Columbian Collection profile Photos
You'll find images of Olmec, Aztec, Mayan, and Andean art and artifacts at this site.
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Museum of Fine Art Houston: Pre-Columbian Art profile Photos
Explore Pre-Columbian art and gold. Images include detailed descriptions and you can zoom in for a closer look.
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Museum of Indian Art and Culture profile Photos
Learn about Native American pottery and weaving with this site's online exhibits.
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Online Video

 

Lesson Plans

Australian Aboriginal Art and Storytelling - Gr. 3-5
In this lesson students learn about the Aboriginal storytelling tradition through the spoken word and through visual culture. Source: EdSitement

Courtly Art of the Ancient Maya
A printable children's guide about courtly art of the ancient Maya. Includes images, map, history of the Maya and their gods, archaeological finds, and short activities. Source: National Gallery of Art

Mexico
Classroom resources, activities, and websites that explore Mexico. Source: British Museum

North American Indian
A series of printable guides to Native American art and artifacts. Source: Hunterian Museum