Columbus Dispatch – Archives and Today’s Paper
Provides articles appearing in the Columbus Dispatch from 1871 to the present, including obituaries.
Research Department
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Finding reliable answers to your questions is our specialty. Our team of knowledgeable experts is here to assist in your search for accurate, trustworthy information.
Our Research Department also offers a reference collection, computer workstations, newspapers & periodicals, and special services like test proctoring.
Call or email us with your question or for more information on our services: [email protected]
Popular Resources
ConsumerReports.org
Contains full access to the Consumer Reports website, with expert, unbiased ratings, reviews, product comparisons, and buying guides for many essential consumer products.
New York Times Digital Edition
Access all digital content of the New York Times. Requires a free NYT account and our access code. Instructions on how to redeem our access code
ProQuest Research Library
Offers extensive coverage of multidisciplinary periodicals, including scholarly and peer-reviewed journals, professional and trade publications, and general interest magazines.
Memory Lab - Digitization Tools
Our Memory Lab is a free and easy way to turn your old photos, slides, home movies, and cassette tapes into digital files you can keep and share.
In Focus
Find resource recommendations from UA Library Research Librarians for political fact checking. For further information, get in touch with our Research Department by phone (614-486-3342), email us at [email protected], or stop by the lower level of the Tremont Branch.
The 2026 Primary / Special Election will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
The deadline to register to vote is Monday April 6, 2026
UAPL's Niche Academy
Master Digital Resources
Learn how to use many of our digital resources in short courses and introductions on Niche Academy.
Search Starters / Guides
Our team has put together some helpful guides on popular topics to help you get started with your research. You can find links to both online and physical resources in easy-to-read lists. We make sure to keep these pages updated with the most current information.
Visit the Subject Guide Collection for more guides and starters.
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Don’t hesitate to reach out to a librarian for help with your research! Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you in finding the resources you need. Talk to a librarian now.
Special Collections
UA Archives
UA Archives is the Upper Arlington Public Library’s digital library initiative. Through the UA Archives, we partner with local organizations and individuals to digitally preserve our community’s historical resources and make them available online.
UA Recipes Collection
Every year from 1970 to 2008 the staff of the Upper Arlington Public Library put together a free cookbook filled with their favorite recipes to be given out during the annual Holiday Happiness program. From Apple Cheer to Zucchini Bars, this collection, in its entirety, is available for you to enjoy.
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