Q. How do I access the online databases to do my research?

You will need a valid BCPL library card to access BCPL's databases from outside of the library. If you need one see this link to get a library card or e-card number.

To find the library's online databases go to BCPL's home page at www.bcpl.info and look under the Books and More tab then select Research Databases. Or use this link to access the Research Databases page directly.

Scroll down the alphabetical list of databases and click on the title of the database you want to search. If you are working from anywhere outside of the library (home, work, school) you will be prompted to enter your BCPL library card number and your library PIN/password. Card numbers should be entered without any spaces between the numbers. Passwords are originally set to be the last 4 digits of the primary phone number as it appears in your BCPL library account unless you changed it.

Use the Subject filter, in the left panel, to narrow the list to show you certain categories of databases, like 'Business and Investing', 'Genealogy', 'Newspapers and Magazines', or 'Test Prep and Education'.

The Baltimore Sun and Afro-American newspapers can be found in "ProQuest: current and historic newspapers" database. Other newspapers have their own, individual links.