In addition to books, we also provide access to reliable online content.
You may need a library card to access the resources on this page. While we are closed you can request a Web Only Library Card. Complete this short online form and we'll email you the information you need to get started.
If you have a card but are having trouble using it, please email orelib@oregonlibrary.org with your name and card number.
| Resource | Description | Help |
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| The world's largest online family history resource. In library use only. Paid for by Oregon Public Library. |
About Ancestry Library Edition | |
| Comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources including census records, city directories, family histories, and more! Provided by BadgerLink. |
About Hertiage Quest | |
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This resource is no longer available as of 12/31/2020 |
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| Oregon Public Library Microflim Collection | A collection of microfilm and a reader available for in library use. Paid for by Oregon Public Library. |
Microfilm Collection |
For information on current and historic newspaper resources, go to Newspapers.
Free Online Resources
| Resource | Description |
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| Ellis Island Online | A database containing over 51 million passenger records. |
| National Archives | Contains all materials created in the course of business conducted by the US Federal government. |
| Oregon Area Historical Society | Aims to preserve and share the history of Oregon, WI. |
| Recollection Wisconsin | Discover digital historical and cultural resources from libraries, archives, museums across Wisconsin. |