Description (May 15, 2006)

The Mariners' Museum - The museum, located in Virginia, is one of the largest international maritime history museums and is filled with prized artifacts that celebrate the spirit of seafaring adventure. Its online exhibitions present excellent resources for the Social Studies curriculum. Online Exhibitions of historical interest include the Age of Exploration, Story of the USS Monitor, The Transatlantic Slave Trade, Chesapeake Bay, and WW II Battle of the Atlantic.

Curriculum Integration

• Visit the online exhibitions. Choose from: 1000 years of maritime exploration, the Story of the USS Monitor, Captive Passage: The Transatlantic Slave Trade, The Chesapeake Bay, The Battle of the Atlantic. Summarize what you learn from the exhibition and develop a Powerpoint slideshow to present to your class.
• Age of Exploration Activities for Teachers & Students
• Bring the Museum to your classroom through its Distance Learning Program.