How to find Primary Sources
Primary Sources are direct reports of a topic or an event.
by Mrs.Frandsen
MHSS Media Center Library Catalog
We have many primary sources right here in our own Media Center.
MHSS Media Center Website for Databases
Use our paid subscriptions to databases for primary source research.
Additional Resources for finding Primary Sources
Primary Sources from DocsTeach
Thousands of online primary source documents from the National Archives to bring the past to life as classroom teaching tools.
Spartacus Educational
A great resource for global and American history. It contains free encyclopedia entries that directly connect to primary source documents, making it a perfect tool for educators looking to give students a starting point in their research.
Fordham University
A good resource for global and American history. This site categorizes documents from the "Reformation" to "Post-World War II Religious Thought."
The Avalon Project from Yale University
Broken down by time period then listed in alphabetical order, the Avalon Project at Yale University also has primary sources for global and American history teachers. Includes ancient and medieval documents and moves into present times.
Life Photo Archieve hosted by Google
Search millions of photographs from the LIFE photo archive, stretching from the 1750s to today.
