Folk and Popular Cultures on the Internet

Folk and Popular Cultures on the Internet

You can learn more about the main categories of culture discussed in the chapter on the Internet at the following web sites:

American Memory, Library of Congress

http://memory.loc.gov

A project of the Library of Congress that presents a history of American popular culture, complete with documentation and maps.

Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage

http://www.folklife.si.edu

A research and educational unit of the Smithsonian Institution promoting the understanding and continuity of diverse, contemporary grassroots cultures in the United States and around the world. The center produces exhibitions, films and videos, and educational materials.

Popular Culture Association

http://pcaaca.org

A multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the academic discussion of popular culture, where activities of the association are discussed.