Explore a wide range of databases offered by the Salina Public Library and the State Library of Kansas. Some are available only in the library, while others can be accessed from anywhere with your SPL or State Library card. Choose a category below to start your research.
Databases A-Z
database provided by the State Library of Kansas
Access to EBSCO products through the State Library of Kansas will end August 1, 2026. For more information, please visit their website.
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GENEALOGY
Ancestry.com – KSHS Kansas Only
Provided by the Kansas State Historical Society. Kansas residents can access Kansas-specific resources in Ancestry.com by verifying their residency with your Kansas driver’s license or state ID number. Includes millions of Kansas records from the State Archives and Research Collections.
GENEALOGY
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY
Ancestry.com – Library Edition
Ancestry Library Edition is the most comprehensive online source of information for conducting genealogical and local history research available. It provides unprecedented access to family history via documents that record the lineage of individuals from North America, the U.K., Europe, Australia, and more.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Archives Unbound
Scholarly multi-disciplinary resource with topics ranging from the Middle Ages forward- from Witchcraft to World War II to twentieth-century political history.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Books & Authors
Answer the age-old question, “What do I read next?” Search and match reading interests to books, authors, genres, or topics.
CAREERS
CareerOneStop
CareerOneStop is a source for career exploration, training & jobs sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
AUTOMOTIVE
ChiltonLibrary
Search the most authoritative automotive repair information available to car owners.
CONSUMER INFORMATION & LEGAL
Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports is the largest, most trusted independent product testing organization in the world. Access thousands of expert reviews and ratings.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Counseling and Psychotherapy Transcripts: Volume I
A searchable collection containing real transcripts of counseling and therapy sessions and first-person narratives illuminating the experience of mental illness and treatment, as well as reference works to contextualize the primary material.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Counseling and Psychotherapy Transcripts: Volume II
A searchable collection containing real transcripts of counseling and therapy sessions providing a deep look into the client-therapist office, allowing readers to follow the progress and setbacks of clients over the course of multiple therapy sessions.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Counseling and Therapy in Video
A searchable collection of counseling and therapy videos including real sessions, training, and research materials.
AUTOMOTIVE
Edmunds
Research new and used cars including car prices, view incentives and dealer inventory listings, compare vehicles, get car buying advice and reviews at Edmunds.com
EN ESPANOL
Enciclopedia Britannica Escolar
Encuentra respuestas a tu tarea con la Enciclopedia Britannica Edición Escolar en Español. Explora información interesante: biografías, bellas artes, ciencias naturales, ciencias sociales, tecnología, deportes, geografía, matemáticas, etc. Accesa mapas a través del Atlas del Mundo. Los artículos estan enfocados a nivel de educación primaria y secundaria.
EN ESPANOL
Enciclopedia Britannica Moderna
La enciclopedia Britannica Moderna versión en Español esta dirigida a lectores adultos y permite explorar artículos destacados organizados de manera alfabética. Da acceso a mapas a través del Atlas del Mundo. Permite mantenerse actualizado con noticias y videos relevantes en Español a través de BBC Mundo.
GENEALOGY
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY
Family Search
Allows you to examine historical records for details about your ancestors. These resources include official church (for example: birth, marriage, death) and governmental (for example: census) records. Provides additional digital records through our library subscription.
GENEALOGY, HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Fold3
A resource for genealogists, historians, veterans and their families. It provides access to US military records, including stories, photos, and personal documents of those who served, Revolutionary War-present.
ACADEMIC & SPECIALIZED
Gale Academic OneFile
Quickly access articles from a database of scholarly journals and other trusted periodicals. Best for academic research.
BUSINESS & INVESTMENTS
Gale Business: Entrepreneurship
Learn how to start, finance, or manage your small business. Includes sample business plans, how to guides, articles, and more.
BUSINESS & INVESTMENTS
Gale Business: Insights
Research global companies, industries, and markets with in-depth analysis of business intelligence content with respected business sources, full-text periodicals, financial data, and comprehensive reports.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Gale eBooks
GENERAL RESEARCH
Gale General OneFile
Access general interest magazines and key serials in a single resource. Best for general research.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Gale Health and Wellness
Search a full range of health-related issues, from current disease and disorder information to alternative medical practices.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Gale Health Reference Collection
Collection of medical ebooks including medical encyclopedias.
EDUCATION & SCHOOL RESOURCES
Gale In Context: Elementary
Introduce elementary students to database searching with resources featuring age-appropriate, curriculum-related content.
EDUCATION & SCHOOL RESOURCES
Gale In Context: High School
Explore thousands of topics across subjects including literature, science, history, and social issues using different sources.
EDUCATION & SCHOOL RESOURCES
Gale In Context: Middle School
Features a variety of nonfiction, informational text, and formats, including books, images, audio, video, newspapers, primary sources, and more to support learning.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Gale In Context: U.S. History
Uncover information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in U.S. history from a variety of sources.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Gale In Context: World History
Uncover information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in world history.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Gale Literature Resource Center
Find up-to-date biographies, overviews, full-text criticisms, audio interviews, and reviews on writers from all eras.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Gale Literature: Scribner Writer Series
Browse original scholarly essays on authors from around the world. Places authors and their works in personal and historical context.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Gale Literature: Twayne’s Author Series
Find in-depth critical introductions to the lives and works of major writers. Includes influences of literary movements.
CAREERS
Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep
Search thousands of college and graduate schools, identify scholarships, take practice tests, create resumes, and explore careers.
ACADEMIC & SPECIALIZED
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Collection of academic ebooks with topics in arts, environment, literature, medicine, and science.
GENEALOGY
Genealogy Connect
Gale Genealogy Connect makes it easy for users to access genealogical content and discover the information most meaningful to their research. Designed specifically to empower researchers, this advanced online tool also instructs users in proper research methods, helping them organize and define goals to build the best possible family tree. Includes full text genealogy reference and research books.
GENEALOGY
Heritage Quest
Heritage Quest is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids. Includes census records, full text books, Revolutionary War pension records, and more.
GENERAL RESEARCH
Issues & Controversies
Presents articles in pro/con format that are supported by statistics, timelines, and primary sources. Many issues feature original videos and educator resources, as well as debate videos, newspaper editorials, audio content, and breaking news.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
KS Government Information Online Library
A permanent online archive of state publications issued by Kansas state agencies, commissions and institutions.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Kansas History, 1854-1865
This database provides a core of primary source documents for the study of Kansas history, packaged with an engaging user interface that provides students and researchers multiple ways of accessing the content.
LIBRARY CATALOG
Kansas Library Catalog
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Kansas Periodical Index
Collection of current and historical non-fiction Kansas Periodicals dating from 1931-2023.
AUTOMOTIVE
Kelley Blue Book
Check car prices and values when buying and selling new or used vehicles. Find expert reviews and ratings, explore latest car news, get an Instant Cash Offer, and 5-Year Cost to Own information on KBB.com.
NEWSPAPER
Local Newspaper Archive
This local newspaper Archive contains digital copies of the Salina Journal from October 2020 to December 2023. Due to copyright restrictions, it can only be accessed within the library.
GENERAL RESEARCH, HEALTH & WELLNESS
Merck Manuals – Human Health
The Manual contains general medical information about thousands of diseases and symptoms in all fields of medicine. The Manuals are the product of collaboration between hundreds of medical experts worldwide, an independent editorial board of peer reviewers, and our editorial staff of physicians and professional medical writers. The Manual is continually updated with new content and new features. We publish new content once per month.
GENERAL RESEARCH, HEALTH & WELLNESS
Merck Manuals – Veterinarian Edition
The Vet Manual contains signs, diagnoses, and treatments for diseases and disorders in all fields of veterinary medicine, in addition to information on management, nutrition, public health, and a range of other topics. The Vet Manual is the product of collaboration between hundreds of veterinary experts worldwide, an independent editorial board, and our editorial staff. The Manual is continually updated with new content and new features. We publish new content once per month.
AUTOMOTIVE
NADA Guides
Research the latest new car prices, deals, used car values, specs and more. NADA Guides is the leader in accurate vehicle pricing and vehicle information.
NEWSPAPERS
Newspaper Archive
Explore Kansas newspapers, including the Salina Journal in full text: 1951-2016 with some missing dates. Search results are scans of actual papers, so researchers can see the original news layout.
NEWSPAPERS
Newspapers.com – KSHS Kansas Only
Provided by the Kansas State Historical Society. Kansas residents can access Newspapers.com by verifying their residency with your Kansas driver’s license or state ID number. Collection of newspapers from the 1700s-2000s with over 3,300 newspapers from the United States.
GENERAL RESEARCH
Niche Academy
CAREERS
Nursing Education in Video
Collection of over 300 of Medcom’s demonstration and training videos designed to help students improve their clinical skills.
CAREERS
Nursing and Mental Health in Video
A searchable collection of counseling and therapy videos designed to train medical workers to understand, assess, and manage mental health issues.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
ProQuest Nursing & Allied Health Source
Leading nursing journals are provided alongside videos, dissertations, e-books, and study paths, making it easier to make connections between complex theoretical information and applying the acquired knowledge to practical settings.
GENERAL RESEARCH
SAGE Knowledge
Social Sciences digital library with over 6,100 titles and videos across the social sciences. Also includes SAGE Business Cases.
NEWSPAPERS
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY
Salina Journal
View the Salina Journal newspaper on any library computer. View recent editions or search through Salina Journal Archives for the current month.
CAREERS
Social Work Online
Searchable resourse collection that pairs recently published social work textbooks along with documentaries, clinical demonstration videos, and lectures, structured around twelve topics in social work
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Sunflower eLibrary
The Sunflower eLibrary collection, provided by Overdrive, features ebooks and digital audiobooks. Browse and search hundreds of great titles. Be sure to log in with your library card to see all the titles available to you!
EN ESPANOL
Tumblebooks en Espanol
HEALTH & WELLNESS
World Health Organization: Mental Health
World Health Organization’s Website on Mental Health, includes scholarly publications, infographics, videos, news stories, quick reference, topic guides, and fact sheets for several mental health conditions around the world.
ACADEMIC & SPECIALIZED
Gale Academic OneFile
Quickly access articles from a database of scholarly journals and other trusted periodicals. Best for academic research.
ACADEMIC & SPECIALIZED
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Collection of academic ebooks with topics in arts, environment, literature, medicine, and science.
AUTOMOTIVE
ChiltonLibrary
Search the most authoritative automotive repair information available to car owners.
AUTOMOTIVE
Edmunds
Research new and used cars including car prices, view incentives and dealer inventory listings, compare vehicles, get car buying advice and reviews at Edmunds.com
AUTOMOTIVE
Kelley Blue Book
Check car prices and values when buying and selling new or used vehicles. Find expert reviews and ratings, explore latest car news, get an Instant Cash Offer, and 5-Year Cost to Own information on KBB.com.
AUTOMOTIVE
NADA Guides
Research the latest new car prices, deals, used car values, specs and more. NADA Guides is the leader in accurate vehicle pricing and vehicle information.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Books & Authors
Answer the age-old question, “What do I read next?” Search and match reading interests to books, authors, genres, or topics.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Gale eBooks
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Gale Literature Resource Center
Find up-to-date biographies, overviews, full-text criticisms, audio interviews, and reviews on writers from all eras.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Gale Literature: Scribner Writer Series
Browse original scholarly essays on authors from around the world. Places authors and their works in personal and historical context.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Gale Literature: Twayne’s Author Series
Find in-depth critical introductions to the lives and works of major writers. Includes influences of literary movements.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Kansas Periodical Index
Collection of current and historical non-fiction Kansas Periodicals dating from 1931-2023.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Sunflower eLibrary
The Sunflower eLibrary collection, provided by Overdrive, features ebooks and digital audiobooks. Browse and search hundreds of great titles. Be sure to log in with your library card to see all the titles available to you!
BUSINESS & INVESTMENTS
Gale Business: Entrepreneurship
Learn how to start, finance, or manage your small business. Includes sample business plans, how to guides, articles, and more.
BUSINESS & INVESTMENTS
Gale Business: Insights
Research global companies, industries, and markets with in-depth analysis of business intelligence content with respected business sources, full-text periodicals, financial data, and comprehensive reports.
CAREERS
CareerOneStop
CareerOneStop is a source for career exploration, training & jobs sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
CAREERS
Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep
Search thousands of college and graduate schools, identify scholarships, take practice tests, create resumes, and explore careers.
CAREERS
Nursing Education in Video
Collection of over 300 of Medcom’s demonstration and training videos designed to help students improve their clinical skills.
CAREERS
Nursing and Mental Health in Video
A searchable collection of counseling and therapy videos designed to train medical workers to understand, assess, and manage mental health issues.
CAREERS
Social Work Online
Searchable resourse collection that pairs recently published social work textbooks along with documentaries, clinical demonstration videos, and lectures, structured around twelve topics in social work
CONSUMER INFORMATION & LEGAL
Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports is the largest, most trusted independent product testing organization in the world. Access thousands of expert reviews and ratings.
EDUCATION & SCHOOL RESOURCES
Gale In Context: Elementary
Introduce elementary students to database searching with resources featuring age-appropriate, curriculum-related content.
EDUCATION & SCHOOL RESOURCES
Gale In Context: High School
Explore thousands of topics across subjects including literature, science, history, and social issues using different sources.
EDUCATION & SCHOOL RESOURCES
Gale In Context: Middle School
Features a variety of nonfiction, informational text, and formats, including books, images, audio, video, newspapers, primary sources, and more to support learning.
EN ESPANOL
Enciclopedia Britannica Escolar
Encuentra respuestas a tu tarea con la Enciclopedia Britannica Edición Escolar en Español. Explora información interesante: biografías, bellas artes, ciencias naturales, ciencias sociales, tecnología, deportes, geografía, matemáticas, etc. Accesa mapas a través del Atlas del Mundo. Los artículos estan enfocados a nivel de educación primaria y secundaria.
EN ESPANOL
Enciclopedia Britannica Moderna
La enciclopedia Britannica Moderna versión en Español esta dirigida a lectores adultos y permite explorar artículos destacados organizados de manera alfabética. Da acceso a mapas a través del Atlas del Mundo. Permite mantenerse actualizado con noticias y videos relevantes en Español a través de BBC Mundo.
EN ESPANOL
Tumblebooks en Espanol
GENEALOGY
Ancestry.com – KSHS Kansas Only
Provided by the Kansas State Historical Society. Kansas residents can access Kansas-specific resources in Ancestry.com by verifying their residency with your Kansas driver’s license or state ID number. Includes millions of Kansas records from the State Archives and Research Collections.
GENEALOGY
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY
Ancestry.com – Library Edition
Ancestry Library Edition is the most comprehensive online source of information for conducting genealogical and local history research available. It provides unprecedented access to family history via documents that record the lineage of individuals from North America, the U.K., Europe, Australia, and more.
GENEALOGY
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY
Family Search
Allows you to examine historical records for details about your ancestors. These resources include official church (for example: birth, marriage, death) and governmental (for example: census) records. Provides additional digital records through our library subscription.
GENEALOGY, HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Fold3
A resource for genealogists, historians, veterans and their families. It provides access to US military records, including stories, photos, and personal documents of those who served, Revolutionary War-present.
GENEALOGY
Genealogy Connect
Gale Genealogy Connect makes it easy for users to access genealogical content and discover the information most meaningful to their research. Designed specifically to empower researchers, this advanced online tool also instructs users in proper research methods, helping them organize and define goals to build the best possible family tree. Includes full text genealogy reference and research books.
GENEALOGY
Heritage Quest
Heritage Quest is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids. Includes census records, full text books, Revolutionary War pension records, and more.
GENERAL RESEARCH
Gale General OneFile
Access general interest magazines and key serials in a single resource. Best for general research.
GENERAL RESEARCH
Issues & Controversies
Presents articles in pro/con format that are supported by statistics, timelines, and primary sources. Many issues feature original videos and educator resources, as well as debate videos, newspaper editorials, audio content, and breaking news.
GENERAL RESEARCH, HEALTH & WELLNESS
Merck Manuals – Human Health
The Manual contains general medical information about thousands of diseases and symptoms in all fields of medicine. The Manuals are the product of collaboration between hundreds of medical experts worldwide, an independent editorial board of peer reviewers, and our editorial staff of physicians and professional medical writers. The Manual is continually updated with new content and new features. We publish new content once per month.
GENERAL RESEARCH, HEALTH & WELLNESS
Merck Manuals – Veterinarian Edition
The Vet Manual contains signs, diagnoses, and treatments for diseases and disorders in all fields of veterinary medicine, in addition to information on management, nutrition, public health, and a range of other topics. The Vet Manual is the product of collaboration between hundreds of veterinary experts worldwide, an independent editorial board, and our editorial staff. The Manual is continually updated with new content and new features. We publish new content once per month.
GENERAL RESEARCH
Niche Academy
GENERAL RESEARCH
SAGE Knowledge
Social Sciences digital library with over 6,100 titles and videos across the social sciences. Also includes SAGE Business Cases.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Counseling and Psychotherapy Transcripts: Volume I
A searchable collection containing real transcripts of counseling and therapy sessions and first-person narratives illuminating the experience of mental illness and treatment, as well as reference works to contextualize the primary material.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Counseling and Psychotherapy Transcripts: Volume II
A searchable collection containing real transcripts of counseling and therapy sessions providing a deep look into the client-therapist office, allowing readers to follow the progress and setbacks of clients over the course of multiple therapy sessions.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Counseling and Therapy in Video
A searchable collection of counseling and therapy videos including real sessions, training, and research materials.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Gale Health and Wellness
Search a full range of health-related issues, from current disease and disorder information to alternative medical practices.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Gale Health Reference Collection
Collection of medical ebooks including medical encyclopedias.
GENERAL RESEARCH, HEALTH & WELLNESS
Merck Manuals – Human Health
The Manual contains general medical information about thousands of diseases and symptoms in all fields of medicine. The Manuals are the product of collaboration between hundreds of medical experts worldwide, an independent editorial board of peer reviewers, and our editorial staff of physicians and professional medical writers. The Manual is continually updated with new content and new features. We publish new content once per month.
GENERAL RESEARCH, HEALTH & WELLNESS
Merck Manuals – Veterinarian Edition
The Vet Manual contains signs, diagnoses, and treatments for diseases and disorders in all fields of veterinary medicine, in addition to information on management, nutrition, public health, and a range of other topics. The Vet Manual is the product of collaboration between hundreds of veterinary experts worldwide, an independent editorial board, and our editorial staff. The Manual is continually updated with new content and new features. We publish new content once per month.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
ProQuest Nursing & Allied Health Source
Leading nursing journals are provided alongside videos, dissertations, e-books, and study paths, making it easier to make connections between complex theoretical information and applying the acquired knowledge to practical settings.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
World Health Organization: Mental Health
World Health Organization’s Website on Mental Health, includes scholarly publications, infographics, videos, news stories, quick reference, topic guides, and fact sheets for several mental health conditions around the world.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Archives Unbound
Scholarly multi-disciplinary resource with topics ranging from the Middle Ages forward- from Witchcraft to World War II to twentieth-century political history.
GENEALOGY, HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Fold3
A resource for genealogists, historians, veterans and their families. It provides access to US military records, including stories, photos, and personal documents of those who served, Revolutionary War-present.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Gale In Context: U.S. History
Uncover information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in U.S. history from a variety of sources.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Gale In Context: World History
Uncover information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in world history.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
KS Government Information Online Library
A permanent online archive of state publications issued by Kansas state agencies, commissions and institutions.
HISTORY & GOVERNMENT
Kansas History, 1854-1865
This database provides a core of primary source documents for the study of Kansas history, packaged with an engaging user interface that provides students and researchers multiple ways of accessing the content.
NEWSPAPERS
Newspaper Archive
Explore Kansas newspapers, including the Salina Journal in full text: 1951-2016 with some missing dates. Search results are scans of actual papers, so researchers can see the original news layout.
NEWSPAPERS
Newspapers.com – KSHS Kansas Only
Provided by the Kansas State Historical Society. Kansas residents can access Newspapers.com by verifying their residency with your Kansas driver’s license or state ID number. Collection of newspapers from the 1700s-2000s with over 3,300 newspapers from the United States.
NEWSPAPERS
Local Newspaper Archive
This local newspaper Archive contains digital copies of the Salina Journal from October 2020 to December 2023. Due to copyright restrictions, it can only be accessed within the library.
NEWSPAPERS
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY
Salina Journal
View the Salina Journal newspaper on any library computer. View recent editions or search through Salina Journal Archives for the current month.
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