Eyewitness

Eyewitness: American Originals from the National Archives is a really interesting site. On this archive you can find first hand accounts of some of the key moments in U.S. history including diaries, photographs and paintings.

The website is divided into different areas by a common theme. These include titles such as Confrontations for Justice, Scenes from Hell, Free at Last, Passing of an Era, Leaders in Crisis and America on the Move.

There are a wide variety of moments covered often with high quality images and scanned documents that are printer friendly. Take a look and step back in time!

If you’re looking for primary historical resources don’t forget to check our online database called Footnote. It has almost 60 million items! You can access it from the library or from home.

Test Preparation Online

Unfortunately we all have to take tests at some point and preparing with study guides and practice tests can make a big difference.

Test preparation books are some of the most popular resources we have at the library and this can often mean they are checked out and with a waiting list. But you need it now! don’t panic! We have Learning Express, an online resource that is always available 24/7!

There are resources for all kind of tests including GED, GRE, ACT, SAT, ASVAB, TOEFL and U.S. Citizenship. You’ll find E-books, lessons and practice tests.

To access Learning Express from home go to online databases, enter your library card number then select Learning Express-simple!

Crime Victims Resources

Being the victim of a crime is a traumatic experience. There are a number of agencies and resources that offer information, counseling, support and other assistance.

Directory of Crime Victims Services Searchable database of victims services across the country.

Office for the Victims of Crime Federal resources, many links to groups and online resources.

Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Helps victims with the costs of crime.

Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence Statewide domestic violence support program.

Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault Statewide crisis centers.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving DWI crash victims assistance.

Research Guides

Our Research Guides are online resources that contain books, websites, RSS feeds, podcasts, and videos. We have 24 guides so far on subjects such as Arts & Culture, Genealogy, Health, Science, News Resources.

We also have our How Do I Guides. Here you can get step by step assistance with topics from tracking down ancestors to finding legal forms. List of all How Do I Guides

Our guides will be continually growing and changing so keep checking back. We know you’ll find these great resources really helpful. If you have an idea for a Research or How Do I Guide you’d like to see, please let us know!

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Looking to Volunteer?

Volunteering is a great way to give back to our community. Sometimes you’re not sure how to find volunteer opportunities, or to find the right particular one for you.

People Connection Guide: Volunteering

To help, we have compiled a list of local groups and agencies that are looking for volunteers with their websites, contact information and person to contact. Take a look at the Volunteering page of our People Connection Guide.