Sheldon+Museum+of+Art

Sheldon Museum of Art []

**Date of Last Update:** Current informaiotn (June 2009)
 * Sponsoring Organization:** University of Nebraska Lincoln - Sheldon Art Association


 * Authority:** It is a museum/site run by the University in conjunction with the Sheldon Art Association. Both parties are very well respected.


 * Content:** Within the site you can view Exhibitions, Events, Collection, Volunteer, Education, Museum Store, Building, About Sheldon, and Contact Us. There are also subtabs, related links and Podcast. The information provided is very complete but it also provides a window deep inside the art world.


 * Currency:** The information is up to date with current events and dates.


 * Purpose:**To inform viewers of events and exhibitions at the Sheldon


 * Organization:**The website is well organized with tabs, submenus and images. I find it easy to navigate and overflowing with information. There are a lot of resources for educators on this site.

**Weaknesses:**The Home Page can be a little busy with too much information and images posted.
 * Strengths:** Great information and well organized. Great teacher resources.


 * Instructional Uses:** I can use the Podcast tour of the Sculpture Garden to show students what is avaliable in Lincoln. Students can also search for art work by title or artist a great resource when doing research. Under Education then Resources ther is alot of information avaliable!


 * Benefits to Students:** This websites provides accurate and indepth Information about Artist and thier art work. It also list volunteering opportunities and events if they want to become more involved in the local art scene. It is very easy to search for work, you can search by Title, Date, Artist and Medium. When a search comes up there is more detailed information as well as an image.