The North-East Branch is located in the historic Northeast area - about 15 minutes from downtown Kansas City. In addition to items in English the North-East Library features a wide variety of materials in Spanish: books, magazines, fotonovelas, CDs, and DVDs. There is also a variety of books, newspapers in other languages to support the community.
North-East serves as a community center for the area as well as a meeting place for various community organizations and neighborhood associations.
Featured Activity at This Branch
At this branch
- Computers: 16 for adults, 4 for kids, 3 "express" (15-minute limit).
- Wireless: All branches have wireless Internet access.
- Two Study Rooms
- Two Meeting Rooms:
- Village Post Office
Part science project, part art class, part book club, this Monday evening activity is for kids who are interested in exploring anything and everything STEAM related, especially writing, reading, science, and drawing.
Activities and book selections appropriate for
3rd-6th graders or 8-12 year olds
Join us at the North-East branch for singing, dancing, stories and fun activities that activate your little one’s brain! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
(Ages 0-5)
Computer Questions?
We're here to help with whatever technology questions you have:
· Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
· The internet and email
· Building a resume
· Recovering a password
· Building a website
· Broken computer or phone
· Settings on your computer or phone
· Downloading and uploading
· Filling out applications for a job, assistance benefits, healthcare, legal forms, taxes
· and so much more!
Drop-in, no appointment necessary. We have computers or bring your own device.
Just find us by looking for our sign:
Can't make it to the drop in session? Appointments and more information available.
Come play the Wii, the Xbox, the Playstation, and more! This event is appropriate for ages 12-18.
Village Post Office
Limited postal services are available:
- Purchase Forever Stamps
- Obtain Priority Mail Flat Rate envelopes and boxes
- Mail pre-stamped envelopes or packages
- Enjoy extended P.O. Box hours
Branch History
The North-East Branch opened in 1914 in Northeast High School with 6,000 books. In 1986 the Northeast, East, and Blue Valley branches were combined into the North-East branch. The library building at 6000 Wilson Road opened in 1989 and now contains approximately 65,000 items.