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Databases

 

Great Barrington Libraries provide a wide variety of databases for research and entertainment. Many are highlighted below.

You may be required to enter a library card number to access these databases. If you don’t yet have a library card, stop by Mason or Ramsdell, or learn about ecards here.

Gale databases are a comprehensive collection of resources for everything from language lessons to science topics and world history. You can see a list of all the available Gale databases on one page here.

If you do not see what you are looking for, please call or email us for assistance.

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Learning & Research Databases

Newspapers and Collections of News Articles

Boston Globe

Covers 1980-present. No pictures: articles only.

New York Times (Historic)

Search the full text of The New York Times (starting in 1985).

New York Times (Current)

Read the NYT from home using a 24-hour redemption code. To activate your subscription, you'll need to log in or register first. Brought to you by the GB Libraries.

Global Issues

Analyze important global issues and events through topic overviews, international viewpoints, news, and multimedia content.

News

Access major U.S. and international newspapers online to search articles instantly by title, headline, date, or other fields.

Opposing Viewpoints

Find overviews, news, and opinions on hundreds of today's important social issues.

Popular Magazines

Access the most searched magazines across Gale OneFile focusing on current events, sports, science, and health issues.

The Washington Post (Current)

Read The Washington Post from home or out and about. To activate your subscription, you will need to log in or create an account first.

The Wall Street Journal (Current)

Access The Wall Street Journal from anywhere! Simply click here to create your account, and you can start using wsj.com immediately.

The NEWSletter

Read the current issue of Eileen Mooney's The NEWSletter free!

Black Life In America

The experience and impact of African Americans as recorded by the news media.

Hispanic Life In America

The experience and impact of Hispanic Americans as recorded by the news media, 1704 to today.

Asian Life In America

The experience and impact of Asian Americans as recorded by the news media.

HeritageHub

Explore your family history with the premier collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 – today. Heritage Hub helps you easily identify relatives, uncover new information and potentially unknown family members. Includes deep coverage from all 50 states, hard-to-find content from the mid 1900’s, and original obituary images. Access is available 24/7.

History and Biography

Biography

Discover the world's most influential people by searching narrative biographies, news, magazine, and multimedia content.

Diversity Studies

Access a range of periodical content to explore cultural differences, contributions, and influences in the global community.

Gender Studies

Discover balanced coverage of topics related to gender studies, family and marital issues, and more.

Pop Culture

Access scholarly journals and magazines that both analyze and contribute to popular culture.

Military Intelligence

Search scholarly journals, magazines, and reports covering all aspects of past and present military affairs. Updated daily.

Heritage Quest

Includes city directories, Census map guide, U.S. Indian Census rolls, mortality schedules, Agricultural and Industrial Schedules, U.S. Freedman's Bank Record, 1861-1875.

US History (Gale in Context)

Uncover information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in U.S. history from a variety of sources.

War and Terrorism

Gain valuable insight into conflicts and their causes, impact, and perception on a global scale.

World History (Gale in Context)

Uncover information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in world history from a variety of sources.

Health

MedlinePlus

MedlinePlus is an online information service produced by the United States National Library of Medicine. The service provides curated consumer health information in English and Spanish with select content in additional languages.

Health and Wellness

Search a full range of health-related issues, from current disease and disorder information to alternative medical practices.

Health and Medicine

Find up-to-date information on a range of health care topics. Best for students, researchers, and health care professionals.

DIY

Agriculture

Access current and authoritative periodical content covering agriculture and its related fields.

Culinary Arts

Find a variety of information from major cooking and nutrition magazines as well as key reference titles.

Gardening and Horticulture

Find millions of articles on the practical and scientific aspects of horticulture studies. For all horticultural enthusiasts.

Home Improvement

Search home improvement topics such as architectural techniques, tool and material selection, zoning requirements, and more.

School

Britannica

The Award-Winning Resource for Children and Adults
Easy to use, and easy to find trusted information.

Fine Arts

Search millions of articles about drama, music, art history, and filmmaking. Diverse resource for serious fine arts students.

High School Edition (Gale OneFile)

Search magazines, journals, newspapers, and reference on a range of topics. Best for middle- and high-school students.

Kids Infobits

Introduce elementary students to database searching with resources featuring age-appropriate, curriculum-related content.

Gale Literature Resource Center

Find up-to-date biographies, overviews, full-text criticisms, audio interviews, and reviews on writers from all eras.

Middle School Edition (Gale in Context)

Explore the most-studied topics including cultures, government, people, history, literature, and more.

US History (Gale in Context)

Uncover information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in U.S. history from a variety of sources.

World History (Gale in Context)

Uncover information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in world history from a variety of sources.

Work

Vocations and Careers

Research a vocation, find an appropriate institution of learning, and get assistance on job searches and maintaining a career.

Nursing and Allied Health

Research full-text titles cited in CINAHL and other resources to support specialized care, treatment, and patient management.

Physical Therapy

Access academic journals and magazines covering the fields of physical therapy, physical fitness, and sports medicine.

Information Science

Access articles covering all aspects of managing and maintaining information and technology. Updated daily.

Hospitality and Tourism

Discover well-rounded coverage of both the historical and current state of affairs in the hospitality and tourism industries.

Peterson's Career Prep

Learn about careers, receive personalized career recommendations, create resumes and cover letters, search for jobs, explore schools and training programs, and get advice to help find a job or advance your career.

Business

Understand the activities of companies and industries worldwide through leading business and trade publications. Updated daily.