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U.S. History Research Guide: Home

This guide recommends resources specific to U.S. History.

Guide Contents

In this guide: 

Getting Started

  • General Search Tips
  • Appropriate and Inappropriate Uses of AI
  • Usernames and Passwords
  • CRAAP Test

Choose Your Topic

  • Recommended Resources for U.S. History Research
  • Reference Databases
  • Gale Power Search
  • Preliminary Research Graphic Organizer 

Secondary Sources

  • Database Tips
  • Core Databases
  • Other Recommended Resources
  • A-Z Databases
  • Usernames and Passwords

Primary Sources

  • Primary Sources | Open Access
  • Database Tips
  • Boston Public Library 
  • More BPL Resources

Books

  • Search the Library Catalog
  • Other Options

Cite Your Sources

  • Getting Started 
  • Sample Paper in MLA Format
  • Citations in Databases
  • Sample Works Cited Page
  • Other Citation Resources
  • Questions 

Welcome!

This guide will introduce you to recommended resources for research relating to U.S. History. All of the recommended resources (both print and digital) in this guide have been curated by the librarians to assist in your research. If you need assistance or have any questions about this guide, please contact Ms. Hammond.  

 

If you would like to schedule a reference interview please email Ms. Hammond and complete this google form.