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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Academic Search Premier
Articles from 4,700+ full-text publications in the fields of biology, chemistry, engineering, physics, psychology, religion & theology, and more; includes over 4,000 peer-reviewed journals
| more info >>ACCESS Wisconsin
Find out if you are eligible to receive help through Wisconsin's health and nutrition programs.
| more info >>ACLU Immigrants' Rights
Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them. | more info >>
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Dane County
The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Dane County provides information about resources and support on all aspects of life related to aging or living with a disability. | more info >>
Alcohol & Drug Rehab Center Directory - Addictions.com
Find Madison detox, inpatient, and outpatient rehab centers. | more info >>
American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS) Doctor Certification
Find out if your doctor is Board Certified | more info >>
American Community Survey
Census and demographic information from the US Census Bereau. | more info >>
American Physical Society Journals
Journals from the American Physical Society (APS) are available free of charge in all Madison Public Library locations courtesy of the APS. Titles include:
Physical Review A
Physical Review B
Physical Review C
Physical Review D
Physical Review E
Physical Review ST AB
Physical Review ST PER
Physical Review Letters
Physical Review Focus
Reviews of Modern Physics
Virtual Journals
PR/PRL Index
PROLA
Journal access goes back to the early issues of each journal and includes full text of all articles as well as comments and errata. | more info >>
This resource is only available inside Madison Public Library locations.
Ancestry Library
Find out more about your family tree by searching Ancestry Library. | more info >>
This resource is only available inside Madison Public Library locations.
Archive of Wisconsin Newspapers
A collection of more than 200 daily and weekly Wisconsin newspapers. Newspapers are searchable and are included cover to cover in PDF format. Titles include the Wisconsin State Journal, Capital Times, Badger Herald, Daily Cardinal, Isthmus, and Madison Times, among others. | more info >>
Better Business Bureau
See also The Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin 10019 W. Greenfield Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53214, (414) 847-6000, Public Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-4pm | more info >>
Britannica Escolar
Enciclopedia español para los estudiantes más jóvenes y educadores. | more info >>
Britannica Fundamentals
Innovative early learning resource for students in grade levels kindergarten through second grade | more info >>
Britannica Library: All Ages
Comprehensive reference and learning resource for children and adults. | more info >>
Britannica Moderna
Enciclopedia española para estudiantes mayores y educadores. Spanish encyclopedia for older students and educators. | more info >>
Britannica School Edition
Access age-appropriate reference articles, journals, magazines and more. Teacher resources are also available through this school edition of Encyclopedia Britannica for grades PreK-12. | more info >>
Business Plans Handbook
A multi-volume collection of actual business plans compiled by entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses throughout North America. | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
Business Source Premier
Full-text (or abstracts) of articles from thousands of scholarly and professional publications, academic journals, and trade magazines. | more info >>
Career Builder
Find jobs, upload/build your resume, and get information on career development and learning. | more info >>
Census Business Builder (CBB)
Determine the best location for your business using Census data. | more info >>
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Federal agency for medicare and medicaid information and statistics. | more info >>
Centro Hispano - Immigration Services
Centro Hispano offers immigration services including consultations, naturalization, permanent residence, DACA, and family assistance. Visit the web site for times and to make an appointment. This service has a minimum cost. | more info >>
Charity Navigator
Analysis and ratings of charities and nonprofit organizations. | more info >>
ChiltonLibrary (Auto Repair)
OEM repair, maintenance, and service information on most cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs. Provides step-by-step procedures, diagnostic and troubleshooting help, and a video library. | more info >>
Citizenship Multilingual Resources
Resources in multiple languages to help you prepare for the U.S. Citizenship exam | more info >>
City of Madison Clerk
Information about where to vote in the City of Madison, absentee voting procedures and forms, and poll location hours. | more info >>
City of Madison Government Resource Guide
From the City of Madison Common Council. Includes links to City informational documents, committees, commissions, departments, and more. | more info >>
City of Madison Jobs
Find a career with the City of Madison | more info >>
City of Madison Neighborhoods
Offers demographics, associations, plans, businesses, profiles, and maps. | more info >>
City of Madison Office of Business Resources
Provides services and assistance to businesses in the city. | more info >>
City of Madison Open Data
Catalog of open data sets and visual tools from the City of Madison. | more info >>
ComicsPlus - Children's Library
For ages 14 and under: Unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga on your computer or mobile device. | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
ComicsPlus - Full Library
For all ages: Unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga on your computer or mobile device. | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
Community Immigration Law Center
Community Immigration Law Clinic (CILC) is a free immigration consultation clinic supported by Christ Presbyterian Church. | more info >>
Consumer Reports Online
Immediate online access to print issues of the well-respected Consumer Reports Magazine as well as special online-only content. Important information about choosing the best products and services available. | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
Consumer Search
Product reviews of electronics, appliances, and services | more info >>
Consumer.gov
Clearinghouse of consumer protection information. | more info >>
Convergence Resource Center
CRC supports women and human trafficking survivors as they turn their lives around. | more info >>
Core Collections
The Collections include books that are published or distributed in the United States and Canada and in print when the current H.W. Wilson Core Collection volume went to press. Original paperback editions and paperback reprints of some essential titles unavailable in hardcover are included. | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.
Covering Wisconsin
Covering Wisconsin is a nonprofit organization that helps people in Wisconsin find and use health insurance. Their Health Insurance Navigators provide free help any time. Contact a Navigator by calling 608-261-1455 or schedule online. | more info >>
Dane County Job Center
The Dane County Job Center is a central location for people looking for work and businesses that need help finding qualified applicants. | more info >>
data.census.gov (formerly American FactFinder)
Access all data and digital content (e.g., demographic and economic data) from the U.S. Census Bureau. | more info >>
Data.gov
Data, tools, and resources for research, web and mobile applications, and data visualizations. | more info >>
Dementia Crisis Program (Dane County)
The goal of the Dementia Crisis Program is to reduce the likelihood that persons with Alzheimer’s disease or other cognitive deficits who experience a behavioral crisis will need to leave their home of choice. To learn more about the Dane County Dementia Program, please contact call the APS Helpline at 608-261-9933. | more info >>
Digital Public Library of America (DPLA)
The Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) brings together the riches of America’s libraries, archives, and museums, and makes them freely available to the world. It strives to contain the full breadth of human expression, from the written word, to works of art and culture, to records of America’s heritage, to the efforts and data of science. | more info >>
DigitalLearn
Free short computer lessons for beginners. | more info >>
EBSCO Español
Punto de acceso a bases de datos de EBSCOhost españolas. | more info >>
EBSCOhost
EBSCOhost includes thousands of indexed magazines, many full-text, for over fifteen years. Magazine coverage ranges from the popular to the academic. Also includes electronic content on business, medical information, and much more. | more info >>
EBSCOhost eBooks (formerly NetLibrary)
The EBSCOhost eBooks collection (formerly NetLibrary) includes the searchable full text of over 8,000 online books. Fiction and nonfiction are included. | more info >>
This resource is available remotely to all cardholders of any South Central Library System member library and in-library at all member libraries.
Encyclopedia of Associations 2023 (Gale Directory Library)
Information about national and international organizations in categories such as trade, business, and commercial; legal, governmental, public administration, and military; cultural; educational; veterans, hereditary, and patriotic; athletic and sports; fan clubs, and many more | more info >>
This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.