Newspaper Archives Online

Old newspapers hold secrets that are waiting to be discovered by you. NewspaperArchive has content from 16,160 publications and over 3,466 cities from all over the world—big cities, small towns, and everything in between—but we focus on staying close to home with newspaper publications from small towns, where you are more likely to find your family.

Large newspaper publications generally have articles detailing world news and big events in the city, but in smaller towns, everyone has a greater chance of being featured in the local paper. Newspapers in small towns usually include more details about everyday life—some articles might even mention who offered prayer at a local church event or which families left for vacation. Your family could be spotlighted several times in a small newspaper.

Find your family’s story in old newspaper articles, save clippings, and pass on your family legacy.