American Ancestor provides access to collections of genealogical and public records from around the world, with a focus on the United States and New England. American Ancestors is maintained by the New England Historic Genealogical Society in Boston.
American Ancestors requires a library card for all public library users, but access is available remotely.
Ancestry Library Edition provides access to records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more on individuals from North America, the UK, Europe, Australia through more than 7,000 available databases. This resource is only available within the library.
Access East Longmeadow High School yearbooks (Aegis) for 1968 – 2023 on archive.org.
Located on the second floor, the library has a Local History Room with items pertaining to the town’s history. Members of the EL Historical Commission are available by appointment to assist patrons with their research. For limited use of materials at other times, please contact the Historical Commission at 413-525-3072 or EL.History@eastlongmeadowma.gov.
Gale U.S. History provides information on significant people, events and topics in American history.
Gale World History provides information on significant people, events and topics from ancient civilizations to modern history from around the world.