Online Resources

The Library provides access to many helpful online research tools and databases. Learn a language, research local Davenport history, learn how to develop a new skill, and more with the tools below!

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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.

BrainFuse: Adult Learning Center, JobNow, and VetNow

Provides test preparation resources for adult learners, including GED, HiSet, TASC, and US Citizenship practice tests. Live job coaching available Monday-Sunday from 12:00-10:00pm Live veteran support available Monday-Friday from 1:00-9:00pm.

BrainFuse: HelpNow

**NOTE: THIS RESOURCE WILL END ON JULY 15, 2025 DUE TO IMLS FUNDING CUT FROM THE STATE LIBRARY OF IOWA.** Offers students live tutoring assistance from 2:00-11:00pm, daily. Provides learning resources for students from kindergarten through college. SkillSurfer includes test prep for the GED, ASVAB, ACT, HiSET, TEAS, and more.

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.

GuideStar, by Candid (In-House Use Only)

**NOTE: THIS RESOURCE WILL END ON JUNE 30, 2025 DUE TO IMLS FUNDING CUT FROM THE STATE LIBRARY OF IOWA.** Formerly known as The Foundation Directory. Win more grants and make a bigger difference by using GuideStar. Search for potential funders by name of organization or person. Use the advanced search capabilities to identify subject, geographic focus or population served.

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.

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

The Quad-City Times Newspaper index from 2003-present.

 

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

The Quad-City Times Newspaper index from 2003-present.

 

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.

BrainFuse: HelpNow

Offers students live tutoring assistance from 2:00-11:00pm, daily. Provides learning resources for students from kindergarten through college. SkillSurfer includes test prep for the GED, ASVAB, ACT, HiSET, TEAS, and more.

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.

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

The Quad-City Times Newspaper index from 2003-present.

 

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.

BrainFuse: Adult Learning Center, JobNow, and VetNow

Provides test preparation resources for adult learners, including GED, HiSet, TASC, and US Citizenship practice tests. Live job coaching available Monday-Sunday from 12:00-10:00pm Live veteran support available Monday-Friday from 1:00-9:00pm.

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

The Quad-City Times Newspaper index from 2003-present.

 

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.

GuideStar, by Candid (In-House Use Only)

Formerly known as The Foundation Directory. Win more grants and make a bigger difference by using GuideStar. Search for potential funders by name of organization or person. Use the advanced search capabilities to identify subject, geographic focus or population served.

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.