Websites to support the study of the Renaissance in Europe
Electronic Passport to the Renaissance
Provides information on the Renaissance in general and on humanism, Gutenberg, the city-states in Italy, the Medicis, art, Machiavelli, and exploration.
A Journey through the Renaissance
Multimedia overview of the beginnings of the Renaissance beginning in Constantinople in 1453. Created by high school students.
Medieval & Renaissance Wedding Page
Features information and primary source documents on food and feasts, as well as costuming, music & dance for weddings during Medieval and Renaissance times.
Outlaws and Highwaymen: A History
Provides a history, in chronological order, of robbery in English society and culture. Uses hyperlinks to lead to additional information. Some of the articles are very academic, while others are very readable. Includes ballads, songs, and letters. Links to related sites, including information on Robin Hood.
Leonardo and the Engineers of the Renaissance
Provides an online exhibition of the works of some the the most famous engineers, architects, and scientists of the Renaissance. Includes information on, and the work of, Filippo Brunelleschi, Leonardo da Vinci, Taccola, Avogadro, Lavoisier, Linnaeus, and Francesco di Giorgio.
Renaissance and 17th Century English Literature
A fairly academic listing of links on Renaissance literature, including author biographies, online works, etc. Some are briefly annotated.
The Renaissance Connection
This educational website for middle school students focuses on art and history of the Renaissance. It features activities that explore aspects of Renaissance art and scientific innovations, art patronage, and the life of an artist. Includes images, maps, a timeline, glossary, lesson plans, and related links. From the Allentown Art Museum, Pennsylvania.
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Updated June 2007.