Celebrate Black History Month
In February, the Library highlights ways to deepen your knowledge about Black history, including book and film recommendations, exhibitions, and art activities.
Illustration by Emily Johnson
Sunday, February 1, 2026
We're not horsing around! The February Central Youth Services Zine for kids is now available!
Monday, January 26, 2026
Celebrate Black History Month at the Library with books, films, events, and activities.
Thursday, January 8, 2026
The Library's website now hosts The Kansas City Star's photo archives.
Coby Lefkowitz
A Call to Build a Better World
Thursday, February 5, 2026
6:00pm
Development consultant Coby Lefkowitz traces the history of the built environment in the United States from the rise of urbanization in the Industrial Revolution to ...
Collections of community providers that offer resources and assistance to people in need organized into printable handouts.
Where your love of fandoms doesn’t need to be shelved.
Award recognizes contemporary authors whose work demonstrates a commitment to social justice.