History & Genealogy

Access to several thousand records databases, including the U.S. Federal Census, and the Social Security Death Index. International in scope. In-Library Use From Public Computer Stations Only

Fold 3 Library Edition by Ancestry provides convenient access to US military records, including the stories, photos and documents of the men and women who served.  It contains millions of records from world-class archives.

Full page-image family and local histories, census documents, and other primary source materials. Includes the PERSI database of genealogy and local history periodicals.

Search a wide variety of reference books on history topics.

Watch thousands of popular films and documentaries with this on-demand streaming service. Users receive 30 tickets per month to redeem and watch indie and classic films, the Great Courses and selections from the Criterion Collection. Visit Kanopy help to learn more and get started! You can easily see the number of tickets required and viewing period for each film next to the play button.

Provides remote access to the Frederick News-Post through 2018. Maryland Room staff can provide search assistance! All content from the Frederick News-Post Archive is included. Also offers hundreds of other newspapers, obituaries, and family history records from 32 countries and all 50 states spanning more than 400 years.