There is an impressive zoom technology that gives the viewer the chance to look at the works in great detail. This is a great place to visit, since the De Young Museum will be closed until 2005. The ArtsEdNet section is a highlight for educators looking for excellent lesson plans or integration ideas. The museum site is weak and not easy to navigate. The images are limited and the collections are not very extensive.
Many educational resources are available for the classroom teacher.
The calendar of events shows the diversity of the collections. The illuminated manuscripts are a highlight for the website. The images can only be scaled to 3 sizes. This is a museum that has got its act together. With a slow start, the museum made a commitment to work on improving its resources on line.