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These websites have been picked by our reference librarians to assist you in gathering information. This is not meant to be a complete directory of web resources, but a collection of useful resources.
History
American Memory
Documents and pictures from U.S. history.
The History Channel
Timelines, maps, audio and video clips, and articles on world history topics.
Jamestown Resources
Guide to Henrico County Public library resources about historic Jamestown, VA.
U.S. Census Bureau
Data about the nation's people and economy.
U.S. History, Geography and Population
Special interest areas include African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans, and women in the U.S.
Virginia Indians
Information compiled by Henrico County Public Library staff.
African American History
African-American Mosaic
Migration and the WPA.
Black History
Biographies, timeline, history, and literature.
Black History Hot List
Index of websites about civil rights, slavery, buffalo soldiers, Million Man March, poetry, etc.
Encyclopaedia Britannica's Guide to Black History
Five centuries of black heritage.
Hispanic History
Hispanic Heritage
Biographies, holidays, and music.
Latin American/Hispanic Resources
Links includes websites about people, music, history, and current events.
Mundo Latino
Spanish-language news, educational sites, chat rooms, etc.
Tiempos del Mundo
Spanish-language news and information.
Tiempos del Mundo, una publicación del español Idioma dedicada a noticias e información con respecto a norteamericano y sudamericano interesa.
Native American History
American Indian History and Culture
Articles and resources from Encyclopedia Smithsonian.
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Links to programs that assist American Indians; lists of tribal leaders (federally-recognized tribes); and tips on tracing ancestry.
National Museum of the American Indian
Exhibits and events, links, and highlights from the collection.
Native American Websites
Links to sites about language, art, history, archaeology and social issues.
Storytellers: Native American Authors Online
Native American literature, poetry and short stories.
Virginia Indians
Information compiled by Henrico County Public Library staff.
Other Cultures
Asian and Pacific/Asian Americans
People, music, history, and current events.
European/American Americans
People, music, history, and current events.
Middle Eastern
People, music, history, and current events.
Refugees
World Refugee Survey, refugee reports, and Refugee Voices®.
State and Local History
Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia
Black history through online exhibitions, discussions and celebrations.
Henrico
Historical Society
Overview of county history, descriptions of each district,
and list of special events.
Jamestown Resources
Guide to Henrico County Public library resources about historic Jamestown, VA.
The Library of Virginia
Virginia’s official repository of historical documents and books: a great starting point for genealogy or state and local history projects. Research tips and catalogs available online. The collection includes: historic government documents, collections of letters, collections of photographs, books, mostly on Virginia and southern history.
Valentine Richmond History Center
Papers, books, art, tools, photographs, etc. representing the entire Richmond area.
Virginia Heritage: Guides to Archives and Manuscript Collections in Virginia
Information about historical materials that document Virginia history and culture from 1607 to the present.
Virginia Historical Society
Searchable collection of papers, art, photographs, and documents related to Virginia’s history. Educational resources including bibliographies, information for teachers, and special tours.
