Explore trusted reference resources and rich local history collections available through your library. From Inverness newspapers and Highland archives to community records, research articles and specialist databases, these tools help you discover the past, support study, and deepen your understanding of the Highlands and beyond.
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Highland history and culture
Explore Am Baile, High Life Highland's bilingual website, and discover the history and culture of the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
Newspapers and microfilm
Find local and national newspapers online and browse historical newspaper archives available at Inverness Library for free online.
Microfilm collections
We hold a large collection of local newspapers at several libraries across the Highlands.
Community newsletters
Discover archived community newsletters recording local stories, events and history from across the Highlands.
Articles and journals
Discover a world of published academic research at your local library.
Special collections
Highland Libraries special collections showcase notable people, literature and the rich culture, history, places, and traditions of the Highlands.
Online reference resources
Explore trusted online resources for learning, research and local history, all free with your library membership.