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Museums & Learning

America's Story, Stories About America's Past

Jump back in time, meet amazing Americans, explore the states, listen to a jamin' jukebox, or discover some of America's other favorite pastimes when you visit this site sponsored by the Library of Congress.

Dinosaurs, Ancient Fossils, and New Discoveries!This is a link to a non-governmental website. Afterschool.gov is not responsible for its content.

Ology is an exciting website sponsored by the Museum of Natural History where you can explore dinosaurs, stars and planets, marine biology, and more!

Explore, Discover, and Learn!This is a link to a non-governmental website. Afterschool.gov is not responsible for its content.

Visit the Smithsonian's education website for students, where you can explore such topics as art, science & nature, history & culture, and people & places. They also periodically hold an essay contest, so check out the site - you may be the next winner!

Fun Facts, Inventions, and History Stories!This is a link to a non-governmental website. Afterschool.gov is not responsible for its content.

Explore the playful side of invention, discover history through books and photographs, and learn other fun facts about American History from this website, sponsored by the American History Museum.

Interactive Art Zone & More Fun Art!

If you love art, this National Gallery of Art website is for you! Enjoy the interactive art pages at the Art Zone, and get information on upcoming and exciting art events, films, and programs.

Kid CastleThis is a link to a non-governmental website. Afterschool.gov is not responsible for its content.

Leon, the History kid, is here to take you on a tour. Learn all about air and space, history, the arts, sports, animals, and more when you visit this site sponsored by the Smithsonian's magazine.

Learn Something New at the Library of Congress!

The Library of Congress website for kids and families features resources and activities related to history, current events, music, and more!

Meet Cappy the Skateboarding Giraffe!This is a link to a non-governmental website. Afterschool.gov is not responsible for its content.

Learn all about Cappy the skateboarding giraffe and his fun website, Bottlecaps to Brushes, sponsored by Smithsonian! You can enjoy art through activities and stories when you visit this site.

Museum Fun & Games!This is a link to a non-governmental website. Afterschool.gov is not responsible for its content.

The Smithsonian offers awesome games and activities for you and your friends. Create a sculpture, make a light bulb, track a buffalo, and more!!

Solve a Portrait Mystery!This is a link to a non-governmental website. Afterschool.gov is not responsible for its content.

Calling all investigators!! The National Portrait Gallery needs your help. There is a mystery to be solved in one of their portraits. Can you help?

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