The library holds unique resources to preserve Oshawa's history and foster public awareness of the city’s rich history and traditions.Â
Local History Room
Explore Your History Online
Oshawa Newspaper & Obituary Index
Search obituaries and articles from newspapers of the past. Physical copies are available on microfilm at the McLaughlin Branch.
Heritage Collections: Oshawa Images
Step into history! Full images of historical photographs and paintings in OPL's Local History collection.
Past Forward: Oshawa's Forgotten Stories
Past Forward is a new podcast series that takes you on a journey through Oshawa's rich and often overlooked history.
Oshawa Historical Documents
Check out this growing collection of digitized materials, including books, directories, and more, hosted on the Internet Archive.
Oshawa Newspaper & Obituary Index
Search obituaries and articles from newspapers of the past. Physical copies are available on microfilm at the McLaughlin Branch.
Heritage Collections: Oshawa Images
Step into history! Full images of historical photographs and paintings in OPL's Local History collection.
Past Forward: Oshawa's Forgotten Stories
Past Forward is a new podcast series that takes you on a journey through Oshawa's rich and often overlooked history.
Oshawa Historical Documents
Check out this growing collection of digitized materials, including books, directories, and more, hosted on the Internet Archive.
Oshawa Newspaper & Obituary Index
Search obituaries and articles from newspapers of the past. Physical copies are available on microfilm at the McLaughlin Branch.
Heritage Collections: Oshawa Images
Step into history! Full images of historical photographs and paintings in OPL's Local History collection.
Oshawa Newspaper & Obituary Index
Search obituaries and articles from newspapers of the past. Physical copies are available on microfilm at the McLaughlin Branch.
Heritage Collections: Oshawa Images
Step into history! Full images of historical photographs and paintings in OPL's Local History collection.
Need Research Help?
Fill in our online research request form and our Local History Librarian will be in touch!
Explore Our Shelves
Titles in OPL's Local History Collection
History of General Motors
Learn about the history of the McLaughlin Motor Company, now known as General Motors.
The McLaughlin Family
Learn more about R. S. McLaughlin, founder of the McLaughlin Motor Car Company, and his family.
Find Your Roots
Delve into your genealogy by checking out the titles we have on genealogical and family tree research at OPL.
History of Oshawa
Curious about the history of your hometown? Find a comprehensive list of titles available in our Local History Room.
History of General Motors
Learn about the history of the McLaughlin Motor Company, now known as General Motors.
The McLaughlin Family
Learn more about R. S. McLaughlin, founder of the McLaughlin Motor Car Company, and his family.
Find Your Roots
Delve into your genealogy by checking out the titles we have on genealogical and family tree research at OPL.
History of Oshawa
Curious about the history of your hometown? Find a comprehensive list of titles available in our Local History Room.
Titles in OPL's Local History Collection
History of General Motors
Learn about the history of the McLaughlin Motor Company, now known as General Motors.
The McLaughlin Family
Learn more about R. S. McLaughlin, founder of the McLaughlin Motor Car Company, and his family.
History of General Motors
Learn about the history of the McLaughlin Motor Company, now known as General Motors.
The McLaughlin Family
Learn more about R. S. McLaughlin, founder of the McLaughlin Motor Car Company, and his family.
