Using the EMU Library - GHPR 525 - Cultural Heritage Research Techniques - Research Guides at Eastern Michigan University

Library Esearch

A quick search of most of the library’s books, articles, ebooks, dissertations, videos, music, and more.

Databases

The following databases, in addition to the general Geography and Geology databases, will be useful in research that you perform in this course.

Detroit Free Press Historical (1831 - 1999) This link opens in a new window
Search and browse the Detroit Free Press backfile in pdf. Includes news, editorials, ads, photos, graphics.
MyHeritage This link opens in a new window
Genealogy database with billions of historical documents, millions of historical photos and other resources.
Access Tips: Only available in the State of Michigan. If you do not see a Search button, try a different web browser.
Also available via mel.org
Sanborn Insurance Maps - Michigan This link opens in a new window
Detailed historical town and city maps from 1880s to 1950s
Subjects: Historic Preservation, Local History, Geography, Genealogy
Social Explorer This link opens in a new window
Search and create maps, charts, reports. Ability to explore hundreds of thousands of built-in data indicators related to demography, economy, health, politics, environment, crime and more.

InterLibrary Loan - Books

MeLCat is the fastest way to borrow a book via interlibrary loan. If you can't find the book in MeLCat, try ILLiad.

MeLCat This link opens in a new window
Search for and request items in many Michigan libraries
Info type: book info, library holdings

ILLiad
Current EMU students and faculty can use this online form to ask the library to borrow a book from another library. Please check MeLCat first, as MeLCat books arrive more quickly. To request a book, look for the Book link under New Request. The library doesn't borrow textbooks from other libraries through ILLiad.
Tip: If you just need a specific chapter, use the Book Chapter form.

InterLibrary Loan - Articles

ILLiad Interlibrary Loan

For articles not available online or in the library, use an online form to request it via ILLiad - more info.
Articles are usually delivered online in 3-5 days.

Visiting other libraries

As an EMU student, you can apply for guest borrowing privileges at the University of Michigan.

Additionally, you can get access to newspaper, history, and other online databases as well as in-person borrowing at the Library of Michigan (available to all Michigan residents and out-of-state students enrolled in a Michigan college or university).

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