Ask Here PA - Live Librarians, Ready to Help You!

Despite the fact that the internet is seemingly saturated with information, it can often be difficult to separate the accurate, relevant, credible information from the myriad of data that is available online.

Students often start and finish online research with a simple Google search, or a brief review of Wikipedia. While these can be helpful tools for a research project, they do not always lead students to the best sites and resources.

AskHerePA.org is a website that allows individuals to contact a librarian via a live web chat. This is a free service, staffed by trained librarians who will help you find any information you may need. You can also have a transcript of your web chat e-mailed to you. In addition to helping individuals locate information online, the librarians at AskHerePA have access to other resources such as databases and electronic journals.

AskHerePA provides individuals with all the benefits of a visit to the local library without having to leave the living room.

AskHerePA is primarily a resource for residents of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. There are similar services provided by the Library of Congress and the Internet Public Library. Also, many other states provide a similar service such as Florida and California.