Databases

All databases are available in every branch of the Birmingham Public Library, unless otherwise noted. A JCLC library card can be used to access many of the databases, however licensing restrictions force us to limit access to certain databases to residents of Birmingham.

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Description

Fire Insurance Maps online (FIMo) is the only online subscription service that provides user-friendly access to our unique and extensive historical map collection. With the world’s largest online digital collection of color fire insurance maps, real estate atlases and similar land use maps for North America. Our high definition, color and gray-scale images display important historical details not visible on black and white map scans. FIMo includes map research tools and search tips to make finding maps for a specific location easier than ever before. Maps in our collection include publications by Sanborn, Perris, Hexamer, Whipple, Baist, Bromley, Hopkins and others. FIMo is an invaluable resource for research on urban development patterns, past property uses and occupants, family homes, genealogy, and more! --site

Availability

Requires a JCLC card and residence in Birmingham, AL.

Subjects

Government Information
Local History
Maps

Audience

High School
Adults

  

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