The Westport and Bluford branches will be closed Wednesday, June 12 for staff training.
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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
The north side of the Central Library’s third floor – an area that once housed a reference desk and row after row of books – has just reopened as the...
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Thursday, September 14, 2023
This year’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month carries particular poignance for the Kansas City Public Library. In conjunction with the monthlong...
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Monday, July 24, 2023
The Street Sheet is often used by unhoused Kansas Citians looking for clothing, food, shelter, and financial assistance....
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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
The Kansas City Public Library wants to help the community get and stay informed with its participation in...
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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Through photographs, video storytelling, and spatial elements, Evicted is an immersive exhibition illuminates the harrowing experience of evi...
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Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Throughout March, the Library commemorates Women's History Month by lifting up stories, achievements, and experiences past and present. Explore book r...
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Wednesday, January 12, 2022
How do you thoughtfully consume news and information? As part of National News Literacy Week (January 24-28, 2022), the Library hosts...
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Friday, September 17, 2021
The Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) with a collection of book recommendations, film offerings,...
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Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Throughout March, the Library commemorates Women's History Month by lifting up stories, achievements, and experiences past and presen...
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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Just before Christmas, a young woman – pregnant and accompanied by her mother – sought out the Library’s...