Research Resources

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African American Heritage
African American Heritage is a groundbreaking digital resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. This collection was created in partnership with leading African American genealogists and recognized leaders in genealogical information to develop a comprehensive mix of resources, records, and tools specifically pertaining to African Americans.
Ancestry Library Edition (accessible only within the Library)
Visit the Library and dig deep into your family heritage.
Creativebug
Creativebug offers online video arts and crafts workshops and techniques. Learn how to paint, knit, crochet, sew, screen print, and more.
CultureGrams
CultureGrams is your source for concise, reliable, and up-to-date cultural information on countries of the world. Beyond the facts and figures, find an insider's perspective on the history, daily life, and customs. Also covers US states and Canadian provinces.
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Fold3: Military Records
Fold3 features premier collections of original military records. These records include the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served in the military. Many of the records come from the U.S. National archives, The National Archives of the U.K. and other international records.
Heritage Quest
Begin your own heritage quest, here at the Library or from the comfort of your own home.
Hobbies & Crafts Reference Source
This database offers detailed "how-to" instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. Full text is provided from leading hobby and craft magazines.
Home Improvement Reference Source
Through a collection of comprehensive full-text content, this database provides users with detailed, user-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of home improvement and repair projects.
Hoopla
Instantly stream eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics, music, movies, and more. There are no waitlists, and with automatic returns, you'll never have to worry about late fees. Borrow up to 10 items each month with your WPL card.
Kanopy
Kanopy is the best video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films and educational videos that inspire, enrich, and entertain. Borrow 10 items a month, or get unlimited viewing through their Credit-Free and Kanopy Kids collections.
Learning Express Library
Explore careers, search for jobs, prepare for exams, compose resumes, prepare for interviews and more with the Job & Career Accelerator.
Local History Digital Library
Search the growing collections of Wadsworth Public Library's digital local history database.
Morningstar Investment Center
Investing research is made easy with Morningstar's interactive research tool.
NoveList
Looking to find your next good read? Look no further. NoveList is the standard-bearer for digital reader's advisory.
Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center
The Crime Victims Rights Toolkit serves as a self-help resource for crime victims. The Toolkit is designed to help victims of Ohio and federal crimes understand and exercise their rights. If a crime victim is having difficulty exercising his or her rights, he or she may contact the Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center immediately to request assistance.
Ohio Digital Library
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive.
Ohio History Connection Databases
Learn more about the great state of Ohio through the digital resources of the Ohio History Connection.
Ohio Means Jobs
Prepare for college entrance and professional exams, build a resume, practice interviewing skills, and build a comprehensive, personalized career plan with Ohio Means Jobs.
Ohio Obituary Index
A growing index of Obituaries, supplied by librarians throughout the state and curated by the R. B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museum.
Ohio State University Extension
Green thumbs to green hands, the Ohio State Extension provides a wealth of information that can help you maximize your yields and beautify your ornamentals while minimizing your impact on the environment.
Ohio Web Library
A large collection of databases including articles from magazines and journals, genealogy resources, guides, reference and encyclopedias. Includes access to articles form Consumer Reports and other popular magazines and journals.
Oxford Research Excyclopedias
Peer-reviewed essays by world-class experts on subjects readers can understand in half an hour of reading or less.
Project Gutenberg Free eBooks
A treasure trove of free e-books from the public domain made possible by the non-profit Internet Archive.
Salem Press (accessible only within the Library)
Dig deeper into the 1950's - 1970's or explore the lives of America's great inventors.
Small Business Reference Source
Small Business Reference Center offers exclusive full text for many top consumer small business reference books, as well as tools to address many small business topics. It includes business videos, a help and advice section and details on how to create business plans.
Tax Forms, Federal
Federal tax information, including forms and answers to frequently asked questions.
The Supreme Court of Ohio and Ohio Judicial System
This online resource gives you up-to-date information on cases handled through the Supreme Court of Ohio. This resource also provides a comprehensive list of attorneys, grant opportunities, an online law library, and much more.
U.S. Major Dailies
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.


