Image Learn about Civics 101 Civics 101: Know Your Government We have created several guides to help you know your government.
Image Civics Lesson Plans & Resources These lesson plans were created by Tennessee teachers for Tennessee teachers. The goal of these lesson plans is to allow teachers, with an emphasis on social studies, to easily incorporate aspects of civic engagement and citizenship into
Image Search for County Records on Microfilm The Tennessee State Library & Archives provides a search for county records on microfilm through the catalog.
Image Research Guides We have guides on how to research the following topics: Marriage Records Birth Certificates Death Certificates Adoption Records Military Records Probate Records Court Records Divorce Records Census Records Land Grants Deeds Newspapers Tax
Image Search the Online Catalog Our collections include over 250,000 titles and 500,000 items including: Archival and manuscript collections Audiovisual materials Books, periodicals, and newspapers Databases and indexes Digital collections Legislative recordings Maps
Blue Book Lesson Plans The following lesson plans were created by Tennessee teachers from across the state utilizing the Tennessee Blue Book, a great resource for information about state government.
Image Locate Partnering Agencies Staffed with an Application Assistant Grouped by county, prospective applicants may reference the list below of contact information for partnering agencies staffed with Certified Application Assistants.
Image Search Genealogy Index This broad index searches many lists and indexes compiled over many years by Library & Archives staff. Results may include military, legislative, prison, or vital records, to name but a few. Search our Genealogy Index
Image Digital Collections, Maps and Images (TeVA) The Tennessee Virtual Archive (TeVA) is a digital repository of the Tennessee State Library & Archives providing open access to thousands of photographs, documents, maps, postcards, film, audio and other records relating to the history and
Nashville City Directories Links to Nashville city directories that have been scanned and can be viewed online.
Image Online Resources Helpful online resources provided by the Tennesee Secretary of State's Library & Archives Division.
Image Teacher Resources A list of resources for teachers who teach civics and government including lesson plans and links.
Image Databases and Digital Resources We provide access to many databases and indexes. Search Databases and Digital Resources
Image Search Archival Collections (Finding Aids) Archival collections are often comprised of many boxes containing multiple types of materials. Finding Aids provide descriptions of archival collections to guide researchers in using the material. Finding Aids include a narrative overview
Image Sign up for the Civics Outreach Newsletter You are invited to join the Secretary of State’s Civics Outreach Newsletter. By registering with the respective email list, you will receive emails regarding the Secretary of State’s civics outreach programs.
Image Using the Collections Our collections include over 250,000 titles and 500,000 items including: Archival and manuscript collections Audiovisual materials Books, periodicals, and newspapers Databases and indexes Digital collections Legislative recordings Maps
Image Family Bible Records Project The Tennessee State Library and Archives holds hundreds of family Bible records in several formats and within many collections. The Bible records featured here were taken from photocopies in the Library and Archives' vertical files
County & Local Government Resources and links for knowing more about your county and local government.
Executive Branch An overview of the role that the executive branch plays in Tennessee State Government.
Telephone Books at the Library & Archives A list of Tennessee telephone books held by the Tennessee State Library and Archives.
From Territory to Statehood The territory of Tennessee originally consisted of six counties--Washington, Sullivan, Greene, Davidson, Sumner, and Tennessee (later Montgomery & Robertson)--under the jurisdiction of North Carolina from 1777 to 1788. The counties Image
State Capitol The Tennessee State Capitol, one of the most historic structures in the State of Tennessee, is located in Nashville. This magnificent Greek Revival building was designed by architect William Strickland. Completed in 1859, it is one of the
State Government Records & Archived Websites An index of the state government records held by the Tennessee State Library and Archives. The records are divided by the state agency or department. Record Groups are designated by an identifying letter & number combination (e.g. RG 119)
Tennessee State Constitution The first constitution of the state of Tennessee was adopted in 1796. The constitution was drafted in Knoxville by a convention consisting of 55 delegates. Once it was completed, the delegates sent the Constitution to Washington City for
Information for Application Assistants Application Assistants help individuals apply to participate in the Safe at Home Address Confidentiality program. Image
Tennessee County Historians The list of Tennessee county historians is provided by the Tennessee Historical Commission. Changes and updates to this list should be mailed to: E. Patrick McIntyre, Jr., Executive Director, Tennessee Historical Commission, 2941 Lebanon
Newspapers on Microfilm at the Library & Archives A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | R | S | T | U | W The vast collection of newspaper microfilm at the Tennessee State Library and Archives includes almost every existent newspaper published in Tennessee. The
Safe at Home - Useful Links and Information This guide provides links to our forms, documents, and links to resources for victims of domestic abuse, stalking, human trafficking, rape, sexual battery, or any other sexual offense. Image
About Hosting Voter Registration Drives The Secretary of State’s office partners with colleges and universities across the state to host voter registration drives in September for National Voter Registration Month and throughout the year. Image
Tennessee Newspapers Arranged by County A | B | C | D | F | G | H | J | K | L | M | O | P | R | S | T | U | V | W The vast collection of newspaper microfilm at the Tennessee State Library and Archives includes almost every existent newspaper published in Tennessee. The filming
Citizenship What are the responsibilities of citizens? How can you be more involved in the elections and government process?
Genealogical "Fact Sheets" About Tennessee Counties The purpose of these fact sheets is to help determine what sources are available for genealogical research about the people and places in each county. Although this is by no means an exhaustive list of all the possible places one might Image
Students: Ways to Grow as a Young Citizen Are you a student interested in learning about civics and government? Below are some organizations with civic engagement programs that you might be interested in joining. Image
The Tennessee State Library & Archives’ TN225 Lunchtime Speaker Series Takes a Look Back at Tennessee’s Centennial Celebration The first Tennessee State Library & Archives Lunchtime Speaker Series event, a look back at Tennessee’s Centennial Celebration led by the preeminent expert on the subject, Historian David E. Ewing, will be Friday, Sept. 10, from noon to 1 p
Second Saturday Tours of the Tennessee State Library & Archives Continue this Week Second Saturday tours of the beautiful new state-of-the-art Tennessee State Library & Archives on the northeast corner of the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville are back this Saturday, Aug. 14.
Is Training available for Application Assistants? Training is available via WebEx. Please contact Safe at Home directly for scheduling.