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New York People and Places

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Basic Information

Historic Albany

This site is to introduce children and adults to the people of colonial Albany. The numerous amount of links takes you through a complete overview of historic Albany and the population.

Terms and Symbolism

 

ArtLex Visual Arts Dictionary

An online dictionary of more than 3,600 terms used in discussing art and visual culture. Images, quotations, pronunciation notes and cross references are also included. 

 

Art Hot Links

A comprehensive listing of links to museum websites, virtual galleries, artists and teacher resources.

 

 New York People and Places

 

Vintage Views of New York

Choose from a variety of cities and towns in New York State to view drawings and famous people.

 

Dean Street Excavation

Learn about an excavation of Dean Street right here in Albany. Read about Captain Stewart Dean and view objects, maps and a timeline describing the excavation and life from 1500 to today.

 

Cross Roads & Cross Rivers

Stories and images about the diverse inhabitants of New York State during the 1600 to 1800s.

 

Find a Grave

Who were some well known people living in New York State? Explore the countless names and short biographical information.

 

Teacher Resources

Lesson Plans Page 

“Lesson Plans Page” offers free suggested lesson plans posted by teachers across the country.  Search lesson plans by subject matter and grade level. 

 

Kidworld Keypals

“Kidworld” and “Penpal Box” allow individual students to email students from other countries. Simply use the mouse to click on the name of a potential pen pal and an email window appears.  Write a letter, click “send” and your greetings will be forwarded to the pen pal you have chosen. 

 

KinderGarden

Provides useful information for teachers to encourage gardening in the classroom. Have students experience one profession from colonial times.    


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