History

Available through Libby, The Great Courses offers streaming access to hundreds of college-level courses taught by award-winning professors. Subjects range from history, literature, and philosophy to science, mathematics, economics, and personal development. Includes video lectures, supplemental materials, and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages. Access remotely anytime with a library card. Download The Great Courses app for IOS or Android.
A comprehensive resource for U.S. and world history. Full-text scholarly journals, historical documents, reference books, biographies, photos, maps, and videos are featured. Supports student research, classroom projects, and general historical inquiry. Access remotely anytime with a library card, or within the Library.
A streaming collection explicitly designed for children and families. Offers kid-safe, ad-free access to educational and entertaining videos, songs, audiobooks, and games. Includes beloved programs like Sesame Street, The Electric Company, The Berenstain Bears, Franklin, and more. Encourages learning through fun, interactive media. Access remotely anytime with a library card, or within the Library.
This site provides free access to over 200,000 U.S. Geological Survey topographic maps dating back to 1884. The maps are available in PDF or XML format and cover both historical and current U.S. landscapes.