History Month Resources
Databases and websites highlighting key history and heritage months.
Celebrate the rich tapestry of our nation's history through dedicated observances that honor the diverse cultures, contributions, and legacies that shape our shared experience. This page highlights key History and Heritage Months, including: American History Month – Reflecting on the milestones and moments that define the United States, African American History Month – Honoring the achievements, resilience, and cultural impact of African Americans, Hispanic Heritage Month – Celebrating the vibrant traditions and influence of Hispanic and Latino communities, Native American Heritage Month – Recognizing the enduring heritage and contributions of Indigenous peoples, and Women’s History Month – Commemorating the trailblazing women who have shaped history and continue to inspire change.
Resources and Websites
- General OneFile
- Library Catalog
- Biography eBook Collection
- Louisiana Digital Library
- Smithsonian
- LPB Learning Media
- OverDrive collection (eBooks, etc.)
- hoopla collection (eBooks, etc.)
- Freading collection (eBooks)
Resources and Websites
- General OneFile
- Library Catalog: African American History or Black History
- African American Heritage Resources
- Black Freedom Struggle in the United States: Challenges and Triumphs in the Pursuit of Equality (ProQuest)
- Biography eBook Collection
- Fold3 (inside library link) - sources include Federal Court case documents, Regiment Records, manuscripts, Civil War Service Records, and more. [inside library llink] or [remote link]
- LPB Learning Media
- White House Proclamation - Jan. 29, 2016
- White House Proclamation - Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday - Jan. 13, 2017
- Introduction to Juneteenth - created by Elizabeth Jean Brumfield, Distance Services Librarian, at John B. Coleman Library, Prairie View A&M University.
- OverDrive (eBooks and audiobooks)
- hoopla (eBooks, audiobooks, etc.)
- Freading (eBooks)
- Kanopy (documentaries and films)
Resources and Websites
- General OneFile (Gale)
- Hispanic history, Mexican history, Latino history, Spanish history, Latinx (library catalog)
- Biography eBook Collection - Hispanic history, Spanish history, Mexican history, Latino history
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Mango Languages - Aprender Idiomas - specialty courses in Spanish language and culture
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Pronunciator
- La Familia Resource Center
- White House Proclamation - Sept. 16, 2016
- LPB Learning Media
- Hispanic history, Spanish history, Mexican history, Latino history (OverDrive)
- Hispanic history, Spanish history, Mexican history, Latino history, Latinx experience (hoopla digital)
- Freading collection (eBooks)
Resources and Websites
- General OneFile
- Library Catalog
- Biography eBook Collection
- White House Proclamation - Oct. 29, 2010
- LPB Learning Media
- OverDrive (eBooks and audiobooks)
- hoopla (eBooks, audiobooks, etc.)
- Freading (eBooks)
Resources and Websites
- General OneFile
- Library Catalog - women history or woman history
- Biography eBook Collection
- White House Proclamation - Feb. 27, 2015
- OverDrive (eBooks and audiobooks)
- hoopla (eBooks, audiobooks, etc.)
- Freading (eBooks)

