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Explore over 850 entries on African American history in Texas, from the arrival of Estevanico in 1528 to modern-day contributions. This online resource highlights the impact of Afro-Texans on their communities, the state, and the nation, and encourages greater awareness and research into their lasting legacy.
The Handbook of Tejano History includes 1,200+ entries on Tejano contributions to Texas, with 300 new articles. Released in 2016 to honor the Tejano Monument, it reflects a two-year effort by researchers and history enthusiasts to share the vital role of Tejanos in Texas culture and history.
The Handbook of Texas Women highlights the vital role women have played in shaping Texas history. This Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) project updates and expands entries on Texas women, adding new research and making it freely available online to promote a more inclusive view of the state’s past.
Find current, reliable information on many health topics. Great for students, researchers, and health professionals.
Find information on a wide range of health topics, including diseases, disorders, and alternative medicine.
Explore your family history with this genealogy resource. Search digital records starting from the late 1700s, including U.S. federal census images and the UMI Genealogy & Local History collection.
Search magazines, newspapers, journals, and reference books on many topics. Great for middle and high school students doing research or homework.
LearningExpress Library's High School Equivalency Center helps you build reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and math skills. Get ready for the GED®, HiSET®, and TASC® tests with helpful practice tests and study tools.
Explore thousands of topics in literature, science, history, and social issues using trusted sources like articles, videos, and images—all in one place.
Access to EBSCO's History Reference Center ended on Jan 31, 2024. Please see our Geography, History, & Social Sciences page for a complete list of our other history resources.
Search home improvement topics like building techniques, choosing tools and materials, zoning rules, and more—all in one easy-to-use resource.
Search or browse text-only Houston Chronicle articles from 1985 to today, or read the full-color daily edition through NewsBank.
Click "View Resource" and then choose today’s date to read the current paper. You can view the full edition, including the Sunday "Career Search" page. Use the calendar to access past issues of the Houston Chronicle (image version) going back to October 24, 2017.
