Arts & Culture

Online Library Resources

This section lists links to specialized database resources provided by the library.

CultureGrams Kids Edition
An electronic library is a resource designed to help children of all ages learn about cultural and historical information for 50 countries.
This database paid for by West Bloomfield Township Public Library

Greenwood Daily Life Online
Students can find in-depth information about a specific civilization and follow the development of particular social phenomena through history.
This database paid for by West Bloomfield Township Public Library

 

Internet Websites

This section lists links to external websites selected by our librarians.

Detroit Institute of Arts
Take a tour through the permanent collections and special exhibits. Learn about the artists who created these works of art.

Lifetime of Color
In the "Study Art" section, learn about artists and painting styles, and art through the ages.

Metropolitan Museum of Art
Visit this world famous museum and view their collections, special exhibits, or check out the "Explore and Learn" section for fun learning activities.

Mojo's Musical Mouseum
Song lyrics arranged alphabetically and by subject. Find songs using a keyword search.

MythWeb
The "Myth Encyclopedia" is a comprehensive listing of Greek gods, heroes, and other important characters. Browse through "Heroes" and "Today" for brief, animated factoids about Greek mythology.

National Gallery of Art
This special gallery contains artwork from all over the world. Visit the collections, special exhibits, or take an online virtual tour of the gallery. Click on "NGAKids" for fun activities.

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