Reference Resources
The Truro Library staff provides basic reference services to all library patrons looking for a information or materials.
If you would like a librarian to assist you in your research, please provide information about your inquiry and call (508) 487-1125 or email tpl_mail@clamsnet.org.
Digital Resources
For your research and entertainment needs, you can access digital reference materials from the links below. Most sites will require your library card. Please do not hesitate to ask for help with any of this material, in person or over the phone. We are pleased to offer these services and want you to be comfortable using them.
Most of these services have to be accessed through our website. You can make a “bookmark” or “favorite” from your computer or device for faster access next time.
Gale Online Databases (Many online newspaper and journal articles, academic resources, and databases, with citations available.)
LinkedIn Learning (Over 16,000 courses in 7 languages are now available for your personal of career-track learning.)
Transparent Language Online (Language learners can build vocabulary, practice skills, and maintain what they have learned with Transparent Language Online, available anytime, anywhere in 110+ languages.)
Genealogy
The Library has a small collection of basic books and reference materials on genealogy for the researcher. In addition, we have a number of reference resources specific to the early settlers of Truro and their families. Researchers are welcome to use these materials in the Library. An index to the Town cemeteries is available on-line. Early Vital Records of many Massachusetts towns are available as compilations on the Mayflower descendants, early marriage records, Truro Annual Town Reports dating from 1894, and various local histories.
If you would like to reserve the Cobb Room for Genealogical research, please call the Library at 508-487-1125 to make an appointment.
Ancestry Library Edition, for in library use only.
Enjoy free access to HeritageQuestOnline with your library card, no matter where you are.