Find Mythology & Folklore Websites

Retellings of folktales, myths, legends, tall tales, and ghost stories from each of the 50 states.

Internet project from Scholastic that has compiled contributions from many authors to create a rich resource for learning about and writing in these different genres.

Features information on the gods and myths of various ancient religions including Greek, Norse and Egyptian. Also includes some full ancient texts as references.

Writers and scholars professionally interested in the beast fable as a literary art form.

Features a large database of information on the mythology and folklore of ancient cultures. Includes features on creatures, heroes and genealogy as well as an image gallery.

Offers information on Nordic gods. In English and Swedish.

Features pictures, history and poems of mythical creatures and races, as well as Arthurian legends and myths. Includes free e-cards, a chat room and links.

Discussions and articles on creating and understanding modern mythology. Topics include magick, environmental defense, postmodernism, mass media, culture and the impacts of war, globalization and tech

Information on Greco-Roman gods and myths.

Extensive information on the Arthurian Legends as well as many different types of mythology, including Babylonian, Egyptian, Greek, Indian, Norse, and Roman.