Art Appreciation Research Guide

The National Gallery of Art, and its attached Sculpture Garden, is a national art museum in Washington, D.C.

At Smarthistory we believe art has the power to transform lives and to build understanding across cultures. We believe that the brilliant histories of art belong to everyone, no matter their background. We are committed to an inclusive, equitable art history. We are growing our collaborations with scholars, knowledge-bearers, elders, and others.

A list of open educational resources for art and art appreciation.

Americans for the Arts strives to build recognition and support for the extraordinary and dynamic value of the arts and to lead, serve, and advance the diverse networks of organizations and individuals who cultivate the arts in America.

A private nonprofit that works to build a better Raleigh and Wake County through support of and advocacy for the arts. They provide various programs and services in addition to partnering with businesses, individuals, foundations and the government to raise funds and distribute grants to schools, arts organizations and local artists.

The NAIA promotes the artistic and professional success of working artists and artisans at shows across the United States. We focus on education, and community building, and work to improve the quality and visibility of juried art fairs and festivals. We are committed to integrity, creativity, and the pursuit of excellence and we advocate for the highest ideals and practices within all aspects of the art show environment.

The National Art Education Association is the leading professional membership organization exclusively for visual arts educators.

The National Endowment for the Arts is an independent federal agency that funds, promotes, and strengthens the creative capacity of our communities by providing all Americans with diverse opportunities for arts participation.

Information from the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

Information and resources from the City of Raleigh.

The North Carolina Arts Council strives to deliver resources for arts development to all 100 counties of the state through programs that are fair, transparent and accountable.