American Cancer Society

The official home of the American Cancer Society in Second Life. Since 2005, cancer patients, caregivers, and volunteers have been able to receive services and support from the ACS in SL without having to leave the virtual world. Visit the island to learn more or to make a donation to fund the world's largest and most successful cancer research program. More info at relayforlife.com/secondlife

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Forget ME Not's Winter Wonderland

Winter Attractions

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Forget ME Not's Winter Wonderland

Forget ME Not's Winter Wonderland is open for the season. Come wander this magical landscape, warm up in the cozy café, and raise your Myalgic Encephalomyelitis awareness by reading the patient stories in the little gingerbread huts. You will also find a few posing opportunities for your photos. On December 23 there will be a Christmas concert fundraiser, and gifts for you under the tree. A warm welcome! Learn more at forgetmenotsl.com

City of Thebes, Ta Kemet

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City of Thebes, Ta Kemet

Journey through time at the City of Thebes, Ta-Kemet, a Luxor Temple-inspired museum. Immerse yourself in the splendor of Ancient Egypt and explore Queen Nefertari's tomb, QV66. Connect with a lost civilization.

Brevin Cat Island

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Brevin Cat Island

Brevin Cat Island is an educational and relaxing space to learn about our feline friends. Enjoy exhibits about cats, feline behavior, nutrition, and interesting cat breeds. Relax in the cafe among the friendly cats, watch informative video presentations, or reflect on lost pets in the Rainbow Bridge Memorial Park.

Seafarer Marine Institute

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Seafarer Marine Institute

The Seafarer Marine Institute is dedicated to advancing knowledge of the oceans through interactive Second Life experience. The Institute has a sustained commitment to science and education through a marine center that includes graphics and displays with informative educational materials. It also includes an underwater observation habitat with marine life and boats for use above the water.

Strandhavet Viking Museum

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Strandhavet Viking Museum

Strandhavet Viking Museum is located in Second Norway and is dedicated to the myth, magic, and memory of the Vikings and the Norse People.

Silverspar Public Library

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Silverspar Public Library

The Silverspar Public Library is a functioning library packed with content. All are welcome! Library materials are always appreciated. Especially desired are books in other languages than English, information about SL groups, and old SL magazines.

iSchool Island (VCARA)

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iSchool Island (VCARA)

The School of Information at San Jose State University maintains iSchool Island in Second Life as part of their Virtual Center for Archives and Records Administration (VCARA) project. VCARA is their virtual worlds and VR common interest group that promotes social, creative, and educational collaboration using virtual environments.

Virtual World MOOC HQ

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Virtual World MOOC HQ

Established in 2014, the VW MOOC (Virtual Worlds Massive Online Open Course) is a month-long course on connecting online for collaborative learning and teaching through Second Life and other virtual spaces. This location is their headquarters. Learn more at facebook.com/groups/vwmooc

Museum of the Maya and Inca Civilizations

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Museum of the Maya and Inca Civilizations

Take a self-guided tour of the Maya and Inca civilizations! Explore Maya astronomy, math, writing, architecture, and fashion, and be amazed at the vastness of the Inca empire at its peak. Everything is shown in English and Spanish. - ¡Haz un recorrido autoguiado por las civilizaciones maya e inca! Explore la astronomía maya, las matemáticas, la escritura, la arquitectura y la moda, y sorpréndase con la inmensidad del imperio inca en su apogeo. Todo se muestra en inglés y español.

Virtual Realty Learning Institute

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Virtual Realty Learning Institute

Owning property is a fun and rewarding part of SL, so it's important to get all the facts before making the big commitment. The VRLI helps Residents make informed decisions about land ownership by providing information on topics like management, renting, and maintenance.

Brooklyn Law School

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Brooklyn Law School

This virtual version of the Brooklyn Law School campus provides students with a place to gather, learn and connect in a way that was not possible during the pandemic.

Virtual Faculty of Mass Media Communication

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Virtual Faculty of Mass Media Communication

The virtual faculty is a part of the real-life institution Faculty of Mass Media Communication in Trnava, Slovakia with an aim at the Digital Games Study Program. The students of the Digital Games Study program are actively presenting their outputs - 3D models on specific topics they made.

Museum of Tournament

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Museum of Tournament

A Gothic museum awaits your discovery within a snowy landscape, its chiseled walls of marble and granite set against the stark white of winter. Welcome to the first ever exhibition celebrating “A Decade of Jousting in SL” and its formative years between 2008 and 2018.

Smithsonian Latino Museum

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Smithsonian Latino Museum

Explore the Smithsonian Latino Virtual Museum's world-class collections through video, audio and slide presentations.

First World War Poetry Digital Archive

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First World War Poetry Digital Archive

Explore archived materials from the major poets of World War I, such as Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon. Manuscripts, letters, and diaries are supplemented with streaming video and audio to provide an incredible insight into life in the trenches during 1914-1918.

Museum of Computing History

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Museum of Computing History

The Museum of Computing History in Blackslough, next to the Sea of Fables, is a creative and educational space to learn about the history of computing. They currently have a number of exhibits including Pre-PC Early Computers, Personal Computers, Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence, Gaming, Influential People, Security, Data Centers, and Interactive Fiction.

Awareness Gallery

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Awareness Gallery

Welcoming all who may be interested to visit the Awareness Gallery by the SLRandom ArtCrew on the RydenShire region. This destination is an educational resource for various medical conditions that affect people on a day-to-day basis. Spread some understanding and kindness.

Nonprofit Commons

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Nonprofit Commons

Take a tour of Nonprofit Commons, an area that contains more than 150 nonprofit and social benefit organizations in Second Life.

LGBTQ History Museum and Cultural Center

LGBTQ+ Friendly

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LGBTQ History Museum and Cultural Center

The LGBTQ History Museum and Cultural Center in Dalton across from the historic Linden Village is a creative and educational space for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender history and culture. Exhibits include LGBT Activism, Influential People, and HIV/AIDS education.

Power Up for Charge

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Power Up for Charge

Welcome to Power Up for Charge, the home of the Charge Syndrome Foundation on Second Life. A retreat for you to come with your friends to relax and enjoy. Make sure to share your images in their Flickr group: flickr.com/groups/14758574@N23

EchoVets

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EchoVets

EchoVets.org Band of Brothers non-profit is a destination for all Veterans. They have current, up-to-date information that benefits YOU the Veteran, and the Veterans' families! Lots to do and see here! Stacy Maracas is a Female Desert Storm Combat Veteran, US Army, and has the knowledge of the systems in place to help Veterans and their family members. Come to EchoVets for camaraderie, answers, live help, brotherhood, and sisterhood. All Veterans are welcome!

Whole Brain Health

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Whole Brain Health

Whole Brain Health (WBH) on Inspiration Island, a partner of Rockcliffe Univ, provides information and offers regular activities that help you stay fit, have fun, and stretch your mind, body, and spirit! Earn honors and L$ rewards by solving quests and hunts. Make new friends in this diverse, innovative, and caring community.

Virtual Worlds Education Consortium Eduverse

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Virtual Worlds Education Consortium Eduverse

The goal of the VW Education Consortium (VWEC) is to bring educators together both to share what has been successful and to tackle obstacles across virtual platforms and communities. For more information contact: Valibrarian Gregg, Elli Pinion, or Dodge Threebeards.

Virtual Pioneers

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Virtual Pioneers

The Virtual Pioneers group was founded in 2007 by a small group of historically-minded avatars that enjoy using virtual environments to learn and explore. Join them in Second Life at their frequent meetings where they tour or have historically themed events. More info at virtualpioneers.org

USF Health

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USF Health

Home to the College of Medicine at the University of South Florida. Includes information on the various schools and departments, including nursing, public health, continuing education, and the Shimberg Library.

The University of Western Australia

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The University of Western Australia

Visit the Second Life campus of the University of Western Australia, a place for teaching, research, art and architecture.

The SORBET Project: a COVID-19 response

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The SORBET Project: a COVID-19 response

SORBET is an acronym for Socially Responsible Behavior through Embodied Thinking. The SORBET Project is a learning activity in response to the changing settings of learning in the context of COVID-19. The SORBET Project aims to give learners a more grounded understanding of the need to develop the new habit of safe-social-distancing, beyond just a declaration of ‘head knowledge’.

The Peale

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The Peale

The Peale in Baltimore, which is housed in the first purpose-built museum building in the United States, has extended its reach into the virtual world known as Second Life. While the current pandemic may prevent many people from visiting the Peale in person, this ambitious new project allows virtual visitors to explore the 1814 museum building online and attend curated exhibits and interactive events safely from the comfort of their homes. For more information, visit: thepealecenter.org

The Jules Verne Museum

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The Jules Verne Museum

Visitors can take an extraordinary underwater voyage here. With a full-size submarine to explore, this museum offers insight into the life and work of French science fiction writer Jules Verne.

TejanoTech - UTSA Virtual Campus

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TejanoTech - UTSA Virtual Campus

TejanoTech, established in 2009, is the virtual campus of the University of Texas at San Antonio. Visitors are invited to enjoy the area, but are asked to respect the education-oriented mission of the campus.

SAVOY Dance Learning Center & Class

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SAVOY Dance Learning Center & Class

Learn how to dance in Second Life at the SAVOY Dance Learning Center. Experience the dances, bands, and history of the Swing Era at the Dance 301 full-immersion classroom.

Stanford University

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Stanford University

Visit a virtual library in Second Life that was developed by Stanford University's Libraries and Academic Information Resources (SULAIR).

Spanish with Eugenia

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Spanish with Eugenia

Spanish with Eugenia is an educational project focused on teaching Spanish as a second language. Maestra Eugenia Calderon uses Second Life because this world, as an immersive environment, is a great tool to teach. Classes for basic, intermediate and advanced students. Contact Maestra Eugenia Calderon to schedule an interview.

See Yourself Health Community Gateway

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See Yourself Health Community Gateway

See Yourself Health is an award-winning, evidence-based diabetes lifestyle coaching platform that uses virtual world technology to promote healthy decision-making. Play wellness with others! More info at seeyourselfhealth.com

Rockcliffe University Consortium

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Rockcliffe University Consortium

Rockcliffe University Consortium is an online nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of science, education, and research in 3D virtual environments. There are free workshops and forums provided on a regular basis, as well as live music and movies. There's also a theater, art gallery, sandbox and a full academic research library.

Rocca Sorrentina & Bay of Naples, 1785

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Rocca Sorrentina & Bay of Naples, 1785

Operated as an immersive education experiment by Brown University, this fictional but historically-inspired 18th-century Italian island is located in the Bay of Naples. Visitors are welcome for optional roleplay set in the year 1785. Public programs and exhibits are offered on the history and ideas of the Enlightenment, the era of the Grand Tour, and the baroque, rococo and neo-classical styles in art and music.

Orange22

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Orange22

Explore the virtual presence of creative media agency Orange22, which has developed several unique and fun 3D spaces and tools to stimulate ideas and creativity for individual or group concepts.

Oddprofessor's Science Center

Science & Technology

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Oddprofessor's Science Center

Oddprofessor's Science Center is a virtual physics lab used by the students at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf over at the Rochester Institute of Technology. The center is open to the public; stop by and see!

Museum Island

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Museum Island

Museum Island is a historical region and gives many opportunities in art, education, socializing. Wonderful replicas of monuments, theater, digital art, and schools.

Miramare Place

Voice Chat Hot Spots

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Miramare Place

Located in historic Nova Albion with a view facing Yamato and the Ahern welcome area, this area serves as a small information location and hangout for explorers of the Second Life mainland. Ample seating for discussions with voice-enabled, resources on both the local area and other notable mainland locations, and of course, snow cones served by a robot.

Medical Examiner's Office

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Medical Examiner's Office

Despite not being suitable for the squeamish, this simulation of a forensic pathology service has been built by a real life practitioner. It holds educational lectures about autopsy procedures and explains what we can learn from them.

Mayo Clinic

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Mayo Clinic

The Mayo Clinic's island in Second Life includes conference facilities and a bookstore. The not-for-profit medical practice holds regular talks and events on diseases and illnesses for interested Residents.

Infolit iSchool

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Infolit iSchool

Part of the University of Sheffield's Department of Information Studies in the UK, this island mainly focuses on information literacy and inquiry-based learning.

Ilha Unisinos

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Ilha Unisinos

Visit the Unisinos virtual campus: the first Brazilian university to own an island dedicated to research virtual worlds at Second Life. Come to watch classes, events and meet the research group GPe-du. Visite o campus virtual Unisinos: a primeira universidade brasileira a ter uma ilha dedicada a pesquisa em mundos virtuais aqui no Second Life. Venha assistir nossas aulas, eventos e sinta-se a vontade para conhecer o grupo de pesquisa GPe-du.

Holocaust Memorial Museum

Social Awareness

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Holocaust Memorial Museum

"Witnessing History: Kristallnacht, the 1938 Pogroms" is an unforgettable virtual exhibit created by the US Holocaust Memorial Museum.

HealthInfo Island

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HealthInfo Island

HealthInfo Island provides timely, accurate, and accessible information on topics related to physical, emotional, and mental health for residents of SL. Information is provided through displays, links to outside resources, and events.

Etopia Island

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Etopia Island

Learn more about how to participate in a socially and environmentally sustainable world at Etopia Island, a place to explore and learn. Take an interactive quiz, ride a gondola, hop on a train or even ride a bike through this futuristic vision of a sustainable world.

Eatonville Living History Museum

Social Awareness

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Eatonville Living History Museum

Welcome to Eatonville, a living, interactive museum paying homage to the strength and beauty of the African-American diaspora through an examination of popular Black Literature. Walk around the town and turn your sounds on to feel lived experiences of African-Americans through the times, through an exploration of culturally-affirming Black literature.

Droppin' Science Museum

Social Awareness

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Droppin' Science Museum

Droppin' Science Museum, the Virtual Study Center for Social Justice, will host inspirational events and special events. The goal of the Droppin' Science Museum is to share information about Africana culture and history.

Cypris Chat

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Cypris Chat

Cypris Chat strives to provide an educational, fun and interesting environment for English learning and teaching. Members have the chance to be part of a living community surrounded by others who are learning, teaching or simply interested in speaking English with people from around the world.

Community Virtual Library

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Community Virtual Library

The Community Virtual Library is a real library in a virtual world, affiliated with the American Library Association.

Coalition Islands

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Coalition Islands

Coalition Island is a nexus of United States armed forces activity and collaboration taking place in SL. Learn more about Military Lands at wiki.secondlife.com/wiki/Military_Lands

Chinese Island

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Chinese Island

Initiative by the Chinese Studies Program at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, designed to complement traditional classroom tuition with context-based, hands-on learning in the virtual environment of Second Life.

Brodmann's Brain at Inspiration Bay

Science & Technology

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Brodmann's Brain at Inspiration Bay

Walk through this giant Interactive build that shows functional areas of the human brain. Brain regions activate (glow) based on functions, such as dancing and love. Developed by Osangar and expanded upon by the WBH team, in cooperation with DavidArguna, a neuroscientist.

ArtSpace UTSA

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ArtSpace UTSA

ArtSpace UTSA is a gallery located on the virtual campus of the University of Texas at San Antonio. New exhibits will open roughly ever other month.

ARCHI21

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ARCHI21

ARCHI21 is an ongoing EU-funded project, combining learning and teaching of, in and through the fusion of languages, architecture and design. Dynamic spaces and places designed and built by students, faculty and architects support the experimentation, experiential learning and professional development in the evolving process of knowledge building across disciplines, professions and countries.

Abyss Observatory

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Abyss Observatory

A museum of ocean science and technology which celebrates the sense of wonder people often have about the mysteries of the deep sea. Visitors can even travel 2,000 meters down into the dark depths of the ocean floor.

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Forget ME Not's Winter Wonderland

Winter Attractions

Forget ME Not's Winter Wonderland

Forget ME Not's Winter Wonderland is open for the season. Come wander this magical landscape, warm up in the cozy café, and raise your Myalgic Encephalomyelitis awareness by reading the patient stories in the little gingerbread huts. You will also find a few posing opportunities for your photos. On December 23 there will be a Christmas concert fundraiser, and gifts for you under the tree. A warm welcome! Learn more at forgetmenotsl.com

Fearless Nation PTSD Support

Discussions & Communities

Fearless Nation PTSD Support

Fearless Nation PTSD Support is an RL 501c3 Nonprofit Organization for people with PTSD, their families, partners, children, and communities. They provide education, support, and advocacy. Since 2009 they've had a virtual online community that spans distance, with a small carbon footprint bringing people together for peer support, education, and advocacy for people with PTSD.

Nonprofit Commons

Education

Nonprofit Commons

Take a tour of Nonprofit Commons, an area that contains more than 150 nonprofit and social benefit organizations in Second Life.

Power Up for Charge

Education

Power Up for Charge

Welcome to Power Up for Charge, the home of the Charge Syndrome Foundation on Second Life. A retreat for you to come with your friends to relax and enjoy. Make sure to share your images in their Flickr group: flickr.com/groups/14758574@N23

EchoVets

Education

EchoVets

EchoVets.org Band of Brothers non-profit is a destination for all Veterans. They have current, up-to-date information that benefits YOU the Veteran, and the Veterans' families! Lots to do and see here! Stacy Maracas is a Female Desert Storm Combat Veteran, US Army, and has the knowledge of the systems in place to help Veterans and their family members. Come to EchoVets for camaraderie, answers, live help, brotherhood, and sisterhood. All Veterans are welcome!

Virtual Ability

Help & How To

Virtual Ability

Virtual Ability is a place where people with disabilities and chronic illnesses can safely learn about virtual worlds. Details on VirtualAbility.org

Mayo Clinic

Education

Mayo Clinic

The Mayo Clinic's island in Second Life includes conference facilities and a bookstore. The not-for-profit medical practice holds regular talks and events on diseases and illnesses for interested Residents.

Creations Park

Discussions & Communities

Creations Park

Creations Park was grown with love. Run by Barbie Alchemi, this region offers support groups and research into the positive effects of Second Life for people with Parkinson's disease.

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