LibGuides: ART 202: Prof. Guest's Patronage Project: Find & Evaluate Websites

Finding Websites

The following websites have useful information on art and allow you to search chronologically:

Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History
The Timeline is a chronological, geographical, and thematic exploration of the history of art from around the world. It is an invaluable reference and research tool for students, educators, scholars, and anyone interested in the study of art history and related subjects. First launched in 2000, the Timeline extends from prehistory to the present day.
SmartHistory
Smarthistory.org is a free and open, not-for-profit, art history textbook. It is now part of the Khan Academy.
The Art Story
The Art Story is an educational 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2009 to demystify Modern Art and further art appreciation. Our founder, Michael Zurakhinsky: "Modern Art is about ideas that should be exposed to the world, and this website and the organization as a whole strive to achieve this goal."
History Channel
The history by topic section allows you to view articles and videos on a variety of subjects by place, time period, person, event, etc.

Evaluating Websites

Before you use material from the Internet, evaluate the site by asking:

WHO- is the author or sponsor ? Is it a reliable person, site?
WHAT- information is provided ? Does it match other information from valid sources?

WHEN- was the information posted/updated ? Is it current?

WHERE- does the information come from? Is it a reputable source such as .edu or .gov?

WHY- is the information there? Is it there to inform and educate without bias?

Find out more about credible sources in this tutorial.

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