History, Culture and Social Science
Links to databases and websites on history and social science.
For questions that can be answered with short, factual
responses.
Local History
Databases *
- CultureGrams Online – Offers details on customs, traditions and daily life in countries all over the world.
- The Making of Modern Michigan – The Making of Modern Michigan is a collaborative project involving more than 50 Michigan libraries. It includes local history materials from communities around the state. Michigan's unique heritage is represented through photographs, family papers, oral histories, genealogical materials, and much more.
- Michigana (Sabin Collection) – An archive of documents on Michigan history, including: personal narratives, memoirs, pamphlets, political speeches, legal treatises and more.
- Opposing Viewpoints in Context – presents different views on the most talked about social issues of today.
- Sanborn Maps – Historical maps (1867 - 1970) of Michigan towns and cities, including Lansing, Leslie, Mason, Stockbridge, and Willamston.
eMedia * (Electronic Books)
*Databases and eMedia require a library card for access outside of the library
Library Events
Community Resources
Items from our Collection
Selected Magazines
Websites
