Three great ways to find primary sources for your research:
1. Search the Library catalog.
2. Search Cañada Library databases.
3. Search Librarian recommended websites of major libraries, archives and museums.
First, use the Advanced Key Word search feature.
Next, using the pull down arrow, select SUBJECT. Then enter one of these recommended subject headings.
Search the World History in Context & U.S. History databases, available on campus or off campus using your library card, for primary sources available in digital format. Limit your searches to find only Primary Sources on your topic.
Instructions:
1. Select the advanced search option at the far right.
2. Type keywords for your topic in the boxes.
3. Scroll down the page to "by content type." Then arrow down to select Primary Sources. 
4. Now you're ready to get started by selecting a database below:
World History in Context is an engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information on hundreds of the most significant people, events and topics in World History. World History merges Gale's authoritative reference content with full-text magazines, academic journals, news articles, primary source documents, images, videos, audio files and links to vetted websites organized into a user-friendly portal experience.
U.S. History is an engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information on hundreds of the most significant people, events and topics in U.S. History. U.S. History merges Gale's authoritative reference content with full-text magazines, academic journals, news articles, primary source documents, images, videos, audio files and links to vetted websites organized into a user-friendly portal experience.
The green tabs to the left of this Guide show major historical periods and topics. Under each, librarians have recommended websites with high quality primary sources in digital formats, and including captions, that you can use for free. The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, and major university and museum collections are listed.
For a varied list of primary source websites make sure to check out the Montana State University Billings research guide on primary sources.
