Find out about Madison's neighborhoods, community organizations, local history, and more.
From the City of Madison. Links to bicycle maps, B-cycle, biking tips, programs, events, and more. | more info Details and instructions for Madison Bicycle Information
From Metro Transit, Madison's public transit system. Includes routes, schedules, fare information, detours, and more. | more info Details and instructions for Madison Metro
Neighborhood associations, plans, businesses, profiles, and maps. | more info Details and instructions for Madison's Neighborhoods
Madison news and events. Includes Cap Times and Wisconsin State Journal. | more info Details and instructions for Madison.com
Madison365 aims to represent Greater Madison’s communities of color, and to foster dialog between members of diverse communities. | more info Details and instructions for Madison365
The Library-Archives Division collects, preserves, and makes available both published and unpublished materials about the history of Wisconsin, the United States and Canada. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Historical Society Library
In 1857, the City of Madison purchased a tract of land with a lovely view overlooking the entire city and the surrounding lakes. Even today, this tree-lined cemetery, located on Speedway Road, retains an original park-like atmosphere with winding roads and flowerbeds.
| more info Details and instructions for Forest Hills Cemetery Burial Records search
The Library of Congress has an online exhibit called American Memory. It includes photos from the Detroit Publishing Co. collection. You can search the collection by keyword. Type "Madison and Wisconsin" and see what you get. | more info Details and instructions for Historic Madison Photos Circa 1890
The Madison Living History Project is a place to share stories and images related to Madison’s history. These are snapshots of Madison neighborhoods, places, people, and events conveyed through conversations with and stories from community members. | more info Details and instructions for Madison Living History
Search the digital archives of municipal records by counties and cities housed at the Secretary of State of Wisconsin. Some records go back to the mid-1800s. | more info Details and instructions for Municipal Records, Office of the Secretary of State of Wisconsin
Origins of Some Madison, Wisconsin Street Names | more info Details and instructions for Origins of Some Madison, Wisconsin Street Names
David Giffey's collection of stories from the residents of the South Madison neighborhood. | more info Details and instructions for People's Stories of South Madison
Offers a number of links (under Archives) to sites of historical interest in Wisconsin. For the holdings of the State Historical Society, use the University of Wisconsin-Madison's card catalog. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Historical Society
The Library-Archives Division collects, preserves, and makes available both published and unpublished materials about the history of Wisconsin, the United States and Canada. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Historical Society Library
Find out if you are eligible to receive help through Wisconsin's health and nutrition programs. | more info Details and instructions for ACCESS Wisconsin
Centro Hispano offers immigration services including consultations, naturalization, permanent residence, DACA, and family assistance. Visit the web site for times and to make an appointment. This service has a minimum cost. | more info Details and instructions for Centro Hispano - Community Resources
Information about where to vote in the City of Madison, absentee voting procedures and forms, and poll location hours. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Clerk
From the City of Madison Common Council. Includes links to City informational documents, committees, commissions, departments, and more. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Government Resource Guide
Find a career with the City of Madison | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Jobs
Offers demographics, associations, plans, businesses, profiles, and maps. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Neighborhoods
Provides services and assistance to businesses in the city. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Office of Business Resources
Catalog of open data sets and visual tools from the City of Madison. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Open Data
Covering Wisconsin is a nonprofit organization that helps people in Wisconsin find and use health insurance. Their Health Insurance Navigators provide free help any time. Contact a Navigator by calling 608-261-1455 or schedule online. | more info Details and instructions for Covering Wisconsin
The Dane County Job Center is a central location for people looking for work and businesses that need help finding qualified applicants. | more info Details and instructions for Dane County Job Center
This Job Center resource includes the articles Criminal Records and Getting Back into the Work Force and Criminal Background Tips. | more info Details and instructions for Ex-Offender Toolkit
The UW-Madison Extension's Community Food Systems Program focuses on supporting food entrepreneurs. | more info Details and instructions for Food Business Development at UW Extension
In 1857, the City of Madison purchased a tract of land with a lovely view overlooking the entire city and the surrounding lakes. Even today, this tree-lined cemetery, located on Speedway Road, retains an original park-like atmosphere with winding roads and flowerbeds.
| more info Details and instructions for Forest Hills Cemetery Burial Records search
Includes records of births and deaths in Wisconsin prior to 1907, information about cemetery records , Wisconsin Name Index , a Civil War roster, and much more. | more info Details and instructions for Genealogy Tools from WHS
By the banks of the Lemonweir River in what for ages had been Ho-Chunk territory, Andy Thundercloud shares the oral tradition of his people. Part of WPT's Tribal Histories series. | more info Details and instructions for Ho-Chunk History - Wisconsin Public Television
Porchlight strives to decrease the Dane County homeless population by providing shelter, housing, supportive services, and a sense of community in ways that empower residents and program participants to positively shape their lives. | more info Details and instructions for Homeless/Transitional Housing: Porchlight Madison
YWCA Madison has designed several services that help women and their families find their place in the world. | more info Details and instructions for Homeless/Transitional Housing: YWCA Madison
Look for jobs, fill out applications, write resumes, and more. Great starting site. | more info Details and instructions for Job Center of Wisconsin
Legal Action of Wisconsin provides free legal services to low-income people, in areas including Family Law, Housing Law, Reentry, and more | more info Details and instructions for Legal Action of Wisconsin
From the City of Madison. Links to bicycle maps, B-cycle, biking tips, programs, events, and more. | more info Details and instructions for Madison Bicycle Information
Search job openings in the Madison area | more info Details and instructions for Madison Jobs (jobsinmadison.com)
The Madison Living History Project is a place to share stories and images related to Madison’s history. These are snapshots of Madison neighborhoods, places, people, and events conveyed through conversations with and stories from community members. | more info Details and instructions for Madison Living History
From Metro Transit, Madison's public transit system. Includes routes, schedules, fare information, detours, and more. | more info Details and instructions for Madison Metro
The Department of Human Resources serves the District and the community by establishing, developing, recognizing and maintaining a quality work force for the education of our students. | more info Details and instructions for Madison Metropolitan School District Human Resources
Madison Senior Center involves older adults in their community and the Senior Center, as leaders, teachers and learners; provides a balance, diverse and coordinated program; and promotes the Senior Center as a model for the aging and aged. | more info Details and instructions for Madison Senior Center
Neighborhood associations, plans, businesses, profiles, and maps. | more info Details and instructions for Madison's Neighborhoods
Madison news and events. Includes Cap Times and Wisconsin State Journal. | more info Details and instructions for Madison.com
Find services, suppliers, and information about local business and demographics. | more info Details and instructions for Madison.com's Book of Business (2023)
Madison365 aims to represent Greater Madison’s communities of color, and to foster dialog between members of diverse communities. | more info Details and instructions for Madison365
El Manual del Conductor proporciona información sobre las normas y prácticas de conducir que le permitirán convertirse en un conductor seguro de automóvil o camioneta (licencia clase D). | more info Details and instructions for Manual del Conductor en Español (Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook) - DMV
Long-running blog of published federal, local and state government publications. No longer updated. | more info Details and instructions for MPL Gov Info
Search the digital archives of municipal records by counties and cities housed at the Secretary of State of Wisconsin. Some records go back to the mid-1800s. | more info Details and instructions for Municipal Records, Office of the Secretary of State of Wisconsin
MyVote provides Wisconsin voters with registration, sample ballot, municipal clerk and polling place information. | more info Details and instructions for MyVote Wisconsin
Links to and a map of neighborhood business associations. | more info Details and instructions for Neighborhood Business Associations
Origins of Some Madison, Wisconsin Street Names | more info Details and instructions for Origins of Some Madison, Wisconsin Street Names
Provides classes and counseling for new and existing small businesses. | more info Details and instructions for SCORE Madison
at UW-Madison offers resources, paid classes, and the free Business Answer Line. | more info Details and instructions for Small Business Development Center @ UW
Talk to a legal assistant who's experienced in analyzing potential legal problems, hopefully referring you to a legal professional who could help with your specific legal issue. | more info Details and instructions for State Bar of Wisconsin's Lawyer Referral Service
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Lawyer Search provides basic information about attorneys licensed to practice law in Wisconsin. | more info Details and instructions for State Bar of Wisconsin's Lawyer Search
The official State of Wisconsin governement job site. | more info Details and instructions for State of Wisconsin Jobs
Find information for tenants and landlords regarding rental rights and responsibilities; state and local rental laws; mediation services; and general housing issues.
Housing counseling and information for landlords and tenants in the Madison area. See also the full text of Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities, City of Madison Ordinance 32.06(2)` | more info Details and instructions for Tenant Resource Center
The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) is the largest, most effective grassroots coalition of senior organizations in the country. | more info Details and instructions for The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups
Contacts for financial help to purchase insurance coverage through United Way’s HealthConnect program and the free, confidential community resources provided by 2-1-1. | more info Details and instructions for United Way of Dane County
Links to online exhibits, many featuring aspects of Wisconsin history including a full collection of Wisconsin Blue Books, as well as materials from all University of Wisconsin campuses and many Wisconsin public libraries. | more info Details and instructions for University of Wisconsin Digital Collections
Free job training, career counseling, and job placement services in Madison. | more info Details and instructions for Urban League of Greater Madison Employment Services
Urban Triage, Inc. is on a mission to empower Black families while mobilizing community resources and distributing them to those most in need. | more info Details and instructions for Urban Triage
Information on obtaining copies of vital records, searching records in person, and other services. | more info Details and instructions for Vital Records Services
The State of Wisconsin Blue Book remains the primary one-volume reference source about the state, documenting the organization of the state’s three branches of government (legislative, executive, and judicial). | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Blue Book
Find court cases for all counties except Milwaukee. For questions about the CCAP service, please contact the Dane County Clerks of Court at 608-266-4311 or visit the Wisconsin circuit courts web site at https://www.wicourts.gov/courts/circuit/clerkcontact.htm | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (formerly CCAP)
Civil, Criminal, Probate, Small Claims, Divorce, and more. Many of these forms are used in the City of Madison and Dane County. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Circuit Court Forms
Locate licensed businesses, partnerships, and companies in Wisconsin, also known as Corporate Registration Information Service (CRIS). | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Corporate Records
Find information on alerts, recalls, consumer standards, tips on how to protect yourself against scams or poor service, or file a complaint against a Wisconsin business. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection
Resources for veterans in the workforce. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Contains state documents from 2001-present, including statistics, reports, and studies published by government agencies. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Digital Archives
Offers a number of links (under Archives) to sites of historical interest in Wisconsin. For the holdings of the State Historical Society, use the University of Wisconsin-Madison's card catalog. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Historical Society
The Library-Archives Division collects, preserves, and makes available both published and unpublished materials about the history of Wisconsin, the United States and Canada. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Historical Society Library
Find jobs in Wisconsin | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Job Network
The Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook explains driving rules and practices to help you safely drive and prepare for a drivers' test. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook and Mobile app - DMV
Find the requirements and tools you need to start a business in Wisconsin. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin One Stop Business Registration Portal
Forms on all sorts of legal topics, including some forms specific to Wisconsin. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin State Law Library's Forms Page
The online home of the Wisconsin State Legislature. Find info about the Assembly, the Senate, committees, and service agencies. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin State Legislature
Forms provided by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Tax Forms
Information for tech businesses on incubators, networking and capital. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Technology Council Entrepreneur's Toolkit
The purpose of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum is to commemorate, acknowledge, and affirm the role of Wisconsin veterans in America’s military past by means of instructive exhibits and other educational programs. | more info Details and instructions for Wisconsin Veterans Museum
Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation offers business classes and lending. | more info Details and instructions for WWBIC
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Community Internet Locations
Locations across the community where you can access the Internet
Help for Hard Times
Community resources related to food, health, housing assistance, and shelter
Madison Yearbooks
Find out about the Central Library's collection of Madison yearbooks
Researching the Story of Your House
Community presentation from Madison Public Library and City of Madison Planning Department