Learn and Explore with Online Tools

The Library has lots of online tools to help you learn and find information!

You can:

• Learn a new language
• Discover Davenport’s history
• Build new skills
• And much more!

Check out the links below to get started. If you need help, just ask a librarian!

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Access Newspaper Archive - (In-House Use Only)

This product contains searchable images from Iowa newspapers. Search, view, save, and print full-page historical newspaper pages. TIP: Creating a free account is optional.

AcclaimIP

AcclaimIP provides a user-friendly interface to search United States patent records. As Iowa's Patent and Trademark Resource Center, Davenport Public Library can provide all Iowa users access to this resource. To use, please contact our Information Services Department.

America's Newspapers

Local, regional and national U.S. newspapers, providing unique coverage of local and regional news, companies, industries, politics, cultural activities, and people in the community.

Ancestry Library - (In-House Use Only)

With over 1.2 billion records in over 3,000 databases, Ancestry Library Edition is the most comprehensive source of information for conducting genealogical and local history research available.

Data Axle • Reference Solutions

Formerly called "ReferenceUSA," this resource provides contact information for both individuals and businesses. Search by the name, address or phone number. For companies, also by business type, geography, sales volume, and other factors..

Family Search

Davenport Public Library is a FamilySearch Affiliate Library. This designation means The Library has greater and more convenient access to the genealogical resources through FamilySearch. This popular web service has over 6 billion searchable names and 2 billion images of historical genealogical records.

FreegalTM Music Service

Freegal Music gives you access to millions of songs from over 40,000 labels. Stream 24-hours a day. Download up to 5 songs per week.

Gale Business: Plan Builder

Provides step-by-step guidance for new entrepreneurs and experienced small business owners. This program walks users through five key areas of developing a business plan, with a focus on long term success. Provides easy-to-use tools and templates. Plan, grow, and optimize your for-profit or not-for-profit organization.

Gale Virtual Reference Library

This resource allows you to search across dozens of essential reference resources available in e-book format. The topics covered include: Arts, History, Law, Literature, Multicultural Studies, Nation & World, Religion, Science, and Social Studies.

HeritageQuest Online

HeritageQuest Online combines digital, searchable images of U.S. federal census records with the digitized version of the popular UMI Genealogy & Local History collection and other valuable content.

Kanopy

Provides a variety of popular and classic movies, documentaries, and foreign films to stream. Kanopy Kids offers parental controls. The Great Courses present a wealth of learning.

LinkedIn Learning

Login with your library card number and password for your account to access 16,000+ expert-led courses presented in seven languages. Course subjects include: small business and entrepreneurship, web development, Microsoft Office, Google docs, photography, video editing, public speaking, sales, marketing, and many more.

Mango Languages

This language-learning resource offers instructional courses for over 70 languages. Begin to develop or build upon your listening and speaking skills in one or more foreign languages. Includes ESL (English as a Second Language) for over 20 languages.

MasterFILE Premier

Access full-text journals and magazines, primary source documents, photos, and maps from over 1,500 general interest periodicals. Print, e-mail or download articles from titles like: Consumer Reports, Journal of Educational Psychology, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, The Atlantic, Newsweek, and more.

Mometrix

Mometrix eLibrary offers digital access to study materials for over 1,500 different standardized exams. The study materials include comprehensive study guides, interactive flashcards and practice tests. Note: you will need to create a free account to access the resources and save progress. Note: This service replaced the subscription to BrainFuse in July 2025.

NoveList

NoveList is the premier readers’ advisory resource. Whether you need to find the next book in a series or find an author who is just like your favorite, find your next book at NoveList.

Quad City Times

Explore the Quad-City history through local news, events, and people with the Quad-City Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.

Resume Maker Pro Web

Register for an account, then create your resume and cover letter following a step-by-step wizard or model them after provided samples. Your documents will be stored on their website for easy future access. Documents may be exported in Word, Rich Text, PDF, Text, or Web Browser formats.

RiverShare OverDrive

All you need to access eAudiobooks and eBooks is your Davenport Library card. Content can be downloaded to your computer and/or transferred to a portable device. You may need to download the OverDrive media software - available within the site.

Scott County, Iowa Genealogical Society

Contact information for SCIGS, links to index databases, and calendar with meeting dates. SCIGS members can log in and post to the Bulletin Board.

TumbleBooks

Kids will enjoy this online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joys of reading in a format they'll love.

United States Patent and Trademark Office

Davenport Public Library is designated as a depository under the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Click on the link to access the USPTO website to start your search.

Upper Mississippi Valley Digital Image Archive

An extensive collection of digitized photos from the local Quad-Cities area, ca. 1880s - 1970s.

Value Line

Value Line is the most trusted and prestigious name in the investment field. For more than seventy-five years Value Line has been synonymous with trust, reliability, objectivity, independence, accurate information and proven performance for investors.

Showing Business & Investment Resources.

AcclaimIP

AcclaimIP provides a user-friendly interface to search United States patent records. As Iowa's Patent And Trademark Resource Center, Davenport Public Library can provide all Iowa users access to this resource. To use, please contact our Information Services Department.

America's Newspapers

Local, regional and national U.S. newspapers, providing unique coverage of local and regional news, companies, industries, politics, cultural activities, and people in the community.

Data Axle • Reference Solutions

Formerly called "ReferenceUSA," this resource provides contact information for both individuals and businesses. Search by the name, address or phone number. For companies, also by business type, geography, sales volume, and other factors..

Gale Business: Plan Builder

Provides step-by-step guidance for new entrepreneurs and experienced small business owners. This program walks users through five key areas of developing a business plan, with a focus on long term success. Provides easy-to-use tools and templates. Plan, grow, and optimize your for-profit or not-for-profit organization.

MasterFILE Premier

Access full-text journals and magazines, primary source documents, photos, and maps from over 1,500 general interest periodicals. Print, e-mail or download articles from titles like: Consumer Reports, Journal of Educational Psychology, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, The Atlantic, Newsweek, and more.

Quad City Times

Explore the Quad-City history through local news, events, and people with the Quad-City Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.

United States Patent and Trademark Office

Davenport Public Library is designated as a depository under the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Click on the link to access the USPTO website to start your search.

Value Line

Value Line is the most trusted and prestigious name in the investment field. For more than seventy-five years Value Line has been synonymous with trust, reliability, objectivity, independence, accurate information and proven performance for investors.

Showing Digital Content Resources.

FreegalTM Music Service

Freegal Music gives you access to millions of songs from over 40,000 labels. Stream 24-hours a day. Download up to 5 songs per week.

Kanopy

Provides a variety of popular and classic movies, documentaries, and foreign films to stream. Kanopy Kids offers parental controls. The Great Courses present a wealth of learning.

Libby

All you need to access eBooks, eAudio and digital magazine titles is your Davenport Public Library card! Download the Libby app from your app store or use your favorite browser. Sign in with your card number to gain access to a wealth of titles available specifically to Davenport patrons.

NoveList

NoveList is the premier readers’ advisory resource. Whether you need to find the next book in a series or find an author who is just like your favorite, find your next book at NoveList.

TumbleBooks

Children will enjoy this online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joys of reading in a format they'll love.

Showing Education & School Resources.

LinkedIn Learning

Login with your library card number and password for your account to access 16,000+ expert-led courses presented in seven languages. Course subjects include: small business and entrepreneurship, web development, Microsoft Office, Google docs, photography, video editing, public speaking, sales, marketing, and many more.

Mango Languages

This language-learning resource offers instructional courses for over 70 languages. Begin to develop or build upon your listening and speaking skills in one or more foreign languages. Includes ESL (English as a Second Language) for over 20 languages.

Mometrix

Mometrix eLibrary offers digital access to study materials for over 1,500 different standardized exams. The study materials include comprehensive study guides, interactive flashcards and practice tests. Note: you will need to create a free account to access the resources and save progress.

Showing Genealogy Resources.

Access Newspaper Archive (In-House Use Only)

This product contains searchable images from Iowa newspapers. Search, view, save, and print full-page historical newspaper pages. TIP: Creating a free account is optional.

America's Newspapers

Local, regional and national U.S. newspapers, providing unique coverage of local and regional news, companies, industries, politics, cultural activities, and people in the community.

Ancestry Library - (In-House Use Only)

With over 1.2 billion records in over 3,000 databases, Ancestry Library Edition is the most comprehensive source of information for conducting genealogical and local history research available.

Family Search

Davenport Public Library is a FamilySearch Affiliate Library. This designation means the Library has greater and more convenient access to the genealogical resources through FamilySearch. This popular web service has over 6 billion searchable names and 2 billion images of historical genealogical records.

HeritageQuest Online

HeritageQuest Online combines digital, searchable images of U.S. federal census records with the digitized version of the popular UMI Genealogy & Local History collection and other valuable content.

Quad City Times

Explore the Quad-City history through local news, events, and people with the Quad-City Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.

Scott County, Iowa Genealogical Society

Contact information for SCIGS, links to index databases, and calendar with meeting dates. SCIGS members can log in and post to the Bulletin Board.

Upper Mississippi Valley Digital Image Archive

An extensive collection of digitized photos from the local Quad-Cities area, ca. 1880s - 1970s.

Showing Jobs & Career Resources.

Resume Maker Pro Web

Register for an account, then create your resume and cover letter following a step-by-step wizard or model them after provided samples. Your documents will be stored on their website for easy future access. Documents may be exported in Word, Rich Text, PDF, Text, or Web Browser formats.

Showing Newspapers & Magazines Resources.

Access Newspaper Archive (In-House Use Only)

This product contains searchable images from Iowa newspapers. Search, view, save, and print full-page historical newspaper pages. TIP: Creating a free account is optional.

America's Newspapers

Local, regional and national U.S. newspapers, providing unique coverage of local and regional news, companies, industries, politics, cultural activities, and people in the community.

MasterFILE Premier

Access full-text journals and magazines, primary source documents, photos, and maps from over 1,500 general interest periodicals. Print, e-mail or download articles from titles like: Consumer Reports, Journal of Educational Psychology, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, The Atlantic, Newsweek, and more.

Quad City Times

Explore the Quad-City history through local news, events, and people with the Quad-City Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.

Showing Reference & Research Resources.

Data Axle • Reference Solutions

Formerly called "ReferenceUSA," this resource provides contact information for both individuals and businesses. Search by the name, address or phone number. For companies, also by business type, geography, sales volume, and other factors..

Gale Virtual Reference Library

This resource allows you to search across dozens of essential reference resources available in e-book format. The topics covered include: Arts, History, Law, Literature, Multicultural Studies, Nation & World, Religion, Science, and Social Studies.

MasterFILE Premier

Access full-text journals and magazines, primary source documents, photos, and maps from over 1,500 general interest periodicals. Print, e-mail or download articles from titles like: Consumer Reports, Journal of Educational Psychology, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, The Atlantic, Newsweek, and more.