The Library subscribes to a number of Databases and has curated a collection of useful websites (eResources) that contain information across a wide variety of topics including genealogy, entrepreneurship, local history, consumer products, and language learning. You can find them here or browse our guides for Resources by Topic.
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Market Share Reporter (Gale Directory Library)
Presents comparative business statistics with data and market description, a list of producers/products along with their market share, and cites original sources | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
Martindale Lawyer Locator
Find information about a lawyer or a firm. For Wisconsin lawyers, see also State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Search Engine. | more info >>
MasterFILE Complete
Popular full-text magazines, reference books and other sources from world's leading publishers | more info >>
MedlinePlus
MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health's Web site for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world’s largest medical library, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, for free. | more info >>
Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary
The largest, most comprehensive American dictionary. | more info >>
Morningstar Investment Research Center
Find current and historical quotes for over 90,000 investments, and in-depth analysis for nearly 9,000 mutual funds and stocks. Plus, company and industry information and financial education tutorials. | more info >>
MPL Gov Info
Long-running blog of published federal, local and state government publications. No longer updated. | more info >>
Municipal Records, Office of the Secretary of State of Wisconsin
Search the digital archives of municipal records by counties and cities housed at the Secretary of State of Wisconsin. Some records go back to the mid-1800s. | more info >>
MyVote Wisconsin
MyVote provides Wisconsin voters with registration, sample ballot, municipal clerk and polling place information. | more info >>
NAICS search
Find the North American Industry Code for industry-level data. | more info >>
Neighborhood Business Associations
Links to and a map of neighborhood business associations. | more info >>
Neighborhood House Community Center
Neighborhood House offers a plethora of programs and services including: food pantry, laundry, youth & teen summer camps, after-school programs, mentoring, meeting spaces, wellness and enrichment classes for adults, social programming for adults with disabilities, technology lab, transportation assistance, community meals, neighborhood events, and much more! | more info >>
Newspaper Archive
Historical newspapers from newspapers spanning over 200 years, including The Capital Times, Wisconsin State Journal and many other local papers. An invaluable primary resource for historical research and a unique tool for genealogists. | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
Newspaper Source Plus
Newspaper Source Plus includes more than 1,400 full-text newspapers, providing more than 55 million full-text articles. This database contains comprehensive full text for major newspapers. Videos and podcasts are coming soon.
Newspaper Source Plus also brings critical news content with ongoing updates though out the day with its News View component.
Updates throughout the day include popular sources:
AP (Associated Press)
Business Wire
CNN Wire
PR Wire
UPI (United Press International)
Xinhua (China)
News View also includes more than 1,111,000 TV & Radio News Transcripts from top sources:
ABC News (American)
ABC (Australian)
CBC (Canadian)
CBS News
CNBC
CNN
CNN International
FOX News
MSNBC
National Public Radio
PBS
Newspapers Include:
Christian Science Monitor
Star Tribune (Minneapolis)
The Times (UK)
USA Today
The Washington Post
The Washington Times (DC) | more info >>
Newspapers.com - World Edition
Dating from the early 1700s into the 2000s, Newspapers.com contains full runs and portions of runs of well-known, regional and state titles to small local newspapers in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and Panama. | more info >>
NoveList
Looking for something to read? NoveList has recommendations, reviews, plot summaries, and other content of interest to fiction readers, such as Author Read-alikes, Book Discussion Guides, BookTalks, and Annotated Book Lists. | more info >>
NoveList K-8
NoveList K-8 meets all the fictional reading needs of kids (0-18) and includes picture books, chapter books, and young adult titles. | more info >>
O'Reilly for Public Libraries (tech eBooks and digital learning)
The O’Reilly for Public Libraries Complete subscription includes more than 43,000 books and 30,000 hours of video in areas such as information technology and software; business; digital media; professional and personal development; and desktop and web applications. | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
Origins of Some Madison, Wisconsin Street Names
Origins of Some Madison, Wisconsin Street Names | more info >>
Patent and Trademark Library UW (+research guide)
Steenbock Library is a designated Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC). Patent librarians provide patent and trademark information and searching assistance for the general public and the UW-Madison community. | more info >>
People's Stories of South Madison
David Giffey's collection of stories from the residents of the South Madison neighborhood. | more info >>
Points of View Reference Source
Resources presenting multiple sides of an issue to help develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills. | more info >>
PressReader
Get access to current and recent issues of more than 7,000 of the world’s top newspapers and magazines as soon as they’re available on shelves. | more info >>
Profiles of Wisconsin, 2022/23
Profiles of Wisconsin provides data and insight into the makeup of the state of Wisconsin, including population statistics, geography, political maps, and more. | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
Recovery.com
Find trustworthy treatment options for mental health and addiction. | more info >>
Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA)
Powerful business and consumer research database, offering business and residential listings useful in searching for people, executives, creating marketing plans, conducting competitive analysis, fundraising and sales. | more info >>
SBDC National Information Clearinghouse
Free entrepreneurship learning from the Small Business Development Center. | more info >>
Science Reference Source
With Science Reference Source, you’ll find full text articles for hundreds of science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, and other sources. | more info >>
SCORE Madison
Provides classes and counseling for new and existing small businesses. | more info >>
SEC.gov Search (U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission)
A variety of tools you can use to search information collected by the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission). | more info >>
Services for Older Adults (from WI DHS)
From this page you can access a variety of information on programs and services in Wisconsin for older people and caregivers. A brief description of each service is available. | more info >>
Small Business Administration
Resources for starting, financing, and managing a small business. Try the Small Business Administration's Learning Center for self-paced free online business and entrepreneurship topics. | more info >>
Small Business Development Center @ UW
at UW-Madison offers resources, paid classes, and the free Business Answer Line. | more info >>
State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Search
Talk to a legal assistant who's experienced in analyzing potential legal problems. | more info >>
State of Wisconsin Jobs
The official State of Wisconsin governement job site. | more info >>
Statista
Statistics and infographics from thousands of sources (free basic version). | more info >>
TeachingBooks.net
Generate enthusiasm for children's and young adult books with this multimedia-rich website full of book readings, author interviews, book reviews and more. | more info >>
TechBoomers
Tutorials for using popular websites and apps, written for computer beginners and older adults. | more info >>
Tenant Resource Center
Find information for tenants and landlords regarding rental rights and responsibilities; state and local rental laws; mediation services; and general housing issues.
Housing counseling and information for landlords and tenants in the Madison area. See also the full text of Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities, City of Madison Ordinance 32.06(2)` | more info >>
The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups
The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) is the largest, most effective grassroots coalition of senior organizations in the country. | more info >>
The New York Times
All the news that's fit to print. Find breaking news, multimedia, reviews & opinion on Washington, business, sports, movies, travel, books, jobs, education, real estate, etc... | more info >>
The Washington Post
Expert reporting and analysis from Washington and around the world, including award-winning investigative coverage and editorial commentary. Real-time Q&A Discussions providing a behind the scenes look at key stories. Live-streaming of Washington Post Live events, where top-level government and business leaders, emerging voices, and newsmakers discuss the most pressing national and global issues of the day. | more info >>
ThomasNet
Directory of manufacturers. A librarian can provide a login for use in the library. | more info >>
Transparent Language
Transparent Language Online is a language-learning system including over 100 languages. | more info >>
United Way of Dane County
Contacts for financial help to purchase insurance coverage through United Way’s HealthConnect program and the free, confidential community resources provided by 2-1-1. | more info >>
University of Wisconsin Digital Collections
Links to online exhibits, many featuring aspects of Wisconsin history including a full collection of Wisconsin Blue Books, as well as materials from all University of Wisconsin campuses and many Wisconsin public libraries. | more info >>
Urban League of Greater Madison Employment Services
Free job training, career counseling, and job placement services in Madison. | more info >>
Urban Triage
Urban Triage, Inc. is on a mission to empower Black families while mobilizing community resources and distributing them to those most in need. | more info >>
US Newsstream
US Newsstream enables users to search current U.S. news content, as well as archives that stretch back into the 1980s | more info >>
USAgov (formally Federal Citizen Information Center)
Formerly the Federal Citizen Information Center, a tool to more easily find government information including passports, tax forms, small business help, etc. | more info >>