Digital Resources

Research genealogy, family trees, and family history. Only available inside the library.

Research car repair, with diagrams and step-by-step instructions organized by make and model.

Learn more about Cedar Rapids history by accessing local historical newspapers and telephone books.

This independent, nonprofit organization provides more than 8,000 trusted reviews along with investigative reporting, championing product safety and fairness for all.

Conduct market research with this online reference and research tool providing up-to-date business and consumer data.

Start your research here, with access to hundreds of journals, magazines, newspapers, reference books, and primary documents.

Fold3® provides convenient access to military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served.

Research grants and foundations to find funding for your organization. Only available inside the library.

Sources for scholarships, fellowships, grants, awards and other financial support to individuals. Use of this service is only available at the Cedar Rapids Public Library.

Download and stream free music, including popular new releases, soundtracks, and classical recordings.

Build your resume in three easy steps. Got Resume Builder provides professionally designed templates, writing assistance with an AI-enabled writing guide, and tools to help you write a cover letter.

Dive into genealogy research with census records, historical documents and databases, and more.

Download and stream free videos, music, audiobooks, comics, and ebooks. Borrow up to 10 items per month.

Watch thousands of documentaries, classic and indie films through this streaming service.

Access thousands of free online training videos and courses, on topics like Photoshop, Excel, financial literacy, writing, and more.

This award-winning language-learning platform engages learners of all levels with specific methodology and features that build speaking skills and retention. 

Mometrix eLibrary provides a wide range of study materials to help test-takers, including flashcards, practice tests, and guides, covering subjects from foundational education to specialized trades and advanced academic fields.

Research stocks, mutual funds, and investments, and access tools like retirement and college cost calculators and investment tutorials.