Electronic Databases: History and the World

Databases available from home and OPL Main and Indian Creek Branch

Databases by Subject

[Authors, Books and Other Literature]  [Business] [Genealogy] [Health & Medicine]
[History and the World] [HomeworkHelp] [Journals and Professional Resources]
[Magazines and Newspapers] [Quick Reference] [Science] [Spanish Language]

Databases by Name

America's Newspapers
America's Newspapers provides the electronic editions or record for more than 600 U.S. newspapers, including the Kansas City Star and the Olathe News. Library and home use.

Biography in Context (Gale)
Search for biographies of individuals in a wide range of subjects, including business, politics, government, history, science, sports, the arts, and entertainment. The database also allows you to retrieve biographies based on specific sets of criteria such as ethnic background, nationality, and gender. Library and home use.

JoCoHistory.net
A collaborative effort to provide greater access to historical materials related to Johnson County, Kansas. A wealth of photos, biographical information, maps, teacher curriculum ideas, and much more.Library and home use.