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Databases for Biographies

We have 60+ databases to give our patrons access to information that is not easily found on the Internet. 
You will need your Library card to use them from home. 

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Some of our databases have mobile apps!
 
Ancestry Library Edition
Online source of information for conducting genealogical and local history research.
Remote Access is not available
 
Biography In Context
This resource combines Gale biographies with related full-text articles from magazines and newspapers, thousands of images, and links to websites.
Gale eBooks (formerly Gale Virtual Reference Library)
Thousands of full-text reference sources including arts, biography, business, history, literature, medicine, and more. Try our tutorial to help you use Gale eBooks.
 
HeritageHub
A library resource to help genealogists and family historians explore and learn more about their lineage. HeritageHub provides comprehensive coverage of obituaries and death notices from 1704 through today. Manually indexed obituaries enhance search accuracy for deeper family connections. Coverage from all 50 U.S. states and territories.
 
Heritage Quest Online
Census data, local histories, city directories, land and probate records, vital records, Periodical Source Index (PERSI), and more.
World Book Online
The online multimedia version of the popular print encyclopedia for adults and children.  Try our tutorial to get started with World Book!

 

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