Research Databases

List of research database titles, descriptions and links
African American Heritage

African American Heritage

Search records, books, serials, and other historical records specific to African Americans to trace your genealogy or to do research.

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Fold3

Fold3 Library Edition

A premier collection of historical U.S. military records that brings to life the details of America’s military veterans with stories, photos, and personal documents.

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HeritageQuest

HeritageQuest

Search census records, books, serials, and other historical records to trace your genealogy.

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Newspaper Source

Newspaper Source

Cover-to-cover full text for 20 national (U.S.) & international newspapers and selected full text for more than 230 regional (U.S.) newspapers, plus TV and radio news transcripts – updated daily.
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Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps

Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps

Find large-scale street plans produced by the Sanborn Fire Insurance Company from 1867 to 1970. Locate and identify buildings and neighborhoods. Study the growth of towns and cities and the impact of new development.

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What's the Point

What's the Point?

By answering just a few questions, flint artifacts of Ohio can be identified as a blade, drill, point, or scraper and attributed to a likely era and people. Learn more by exploring the Glossary, Artifacts Index, or articles about Ohio's Prehistoric People.

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World Book Timelines

World Book Timelines

World Book Timelines allows you to discover and map important events with accurate information powered by World Book's wealth of knowledgeable resources.

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