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Dive Into Local History
Begin Your Genealogy Journey Here
Learn how to “time travel” through history and connect with your ancestors in a more meaningful and intimate way with the help of Professional Genealogist Greg Thompson. In this first session, Greg will provide tips on how to get started in genealogical research and show us some of his best methods to get the most out of historical databases. Embark on an exciting journey to discover your family’s history and learn how to start building a story that will be cherished for years to come!
In this second session of our two-part genealogical series, we’ll be doing a deeper dive to learn how to uncover hidden details about our ancestors with the help of Professional Genealogist Greg Thompson. Greg will provide tips on conducting more detailed genealogical research and show us some of his best methods to get the most out of historical databases.
Embark on an exciting journey to discover your family’s history and learn how to start building a story that will be cherished for years to come!
HeritageQuest® Online is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, convenient research guides, interactive census maps, and more.
Fold3 provides convenient access to military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. The records at Fold3 help you discover and share stories about these everyday heroes, forgotten soldiers, and the families that supported them.
Ancestry® Library Edition: the most comprehensive source of genealogical information on the web; the site recently added complete U.S. military records
Research 23+ more genealogy resources using ResearchIT CT. ResearchIT CT provides a collection of essential library and information resources for all Connecticut students, faculty and residents. Their Digital Library offers periodical, newspapers, reference databases, and downloadable books. https://researchitct.org/genealogy/
Digital Newspapers, Magazines, and Research Portals
The New York Times (Library computers only): Free, unlimited access to The New York Times website on any library computer during your visit. To activate, you’ll need to register for a free NYTimes.com account or log into an existing account.
The New York Times: (Remote and WiFi access): Free, unlimited, 72-hour access to The New York Times website and mobile apps from outside the Library or using WiFi. To activate, enter your library card number, click on “Get Your Access Code,” click on “Redeem,” then register for a free NYTimes.com account or log into an existing account. Once your pass expires, return to this page to renew for another 72 hours.
U.S. Major Dailies provides access to the five most respected U.S. national and regional newspapers, including The New York Times and Washington Post, co-exclusive access to The Wall Street Journal, and exclusive access to Los Angeles Times and Chicago Tribune. The titles offer researchers thorough and timely coverage of local, regional, and world events with journalistic balance and perspective. The content is available by 8am each day and provides archives stretching as far back as 1985. This database is available on the ProQuest platform.
ConsumerReports.org: online access to product reviews and ratings from Consumer Reports (to use from home, you will need to enter your library card number)
Redding PILOT Online (from NEWSBANK): allows patrons to browse PILOT articles by date, starting with the June 5, 2003 edition, up until the last issue published on October 10, 2018; letters to the editors, obituaries, and general news articles can be accessed. Many issues of the paper going back to October 1966 are also available at the library; please contact us for more information.
Morningstar® Investment Research Center: Real-time access to comprehensive data and independent analysis on thousands of investments, spanning mutual funds, stocks, exchange-traded funds, and closed-end funds. Available in the library and from home.
Samuel Clemens, known to readers around the world as Mark Twain, moved to Redding in 1908, and shortly after founded the Mark Twain Library Association.
Learn about the founder of our Library, Mark Twain
Samuel Clemens, known to readers around the world as Mark Twain, moved to Redding in 1908, and shortly after founded the Mark Twain Library Association.