Welcome, Historians and Genealogists. Below are quick links to frequently-used resources. To browse all resources by topic, click here.
Materials for Research
Primary Source Sampler This list of types of primary sources is useful for researchers and historical marker applicants.
Research Checklist This list of resources is the checklist IHB researchers use when starting a new research project. Includes links to digital resources as well as national, state, and regional repositories. Trouble accessing checklist? Click here
The Indiana Historian 16-page 2-color magazine devoted to one topic in Indiana history. Paper copies are available, and digital versions may be accessed 24/7.
Indiana History Bulletin issues are indexed, and digitization is underway.
Indiana Historical Collections
Researching Indiana African American topics
Also Note: At one time, the Indiana Historical Bureau ran a press and produced a variety of pamphlets and books about a variety of topics in Indiana history. Hard copies of these resources, as well as the Bureau's research files, are also available for review by appointment.
Indiana Bibliographies, Timelines, and Documents
Documents and Artifacts