The Plaza branch will close early at 5 p.m. Monday, July 1, due to water line repairs.
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Tuesday, February 16, 2021
During Black History Month, we celebrate the African American experience and the legacies of those who have shaped our nation. The Li...
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Thursday, February 4, 2021
During Black History Month, the Library highlights stories, history, resources, and more that celebrate the African American exp...
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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
The Library commemorates Black History Month with a collection of speaker events, activities, and book discussions. Tune in to watch...
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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
From classic literature to contemporary cinema, the Library offers a number of ways to discover stories celebrating the African American experience. A...
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Monday, February 1, 2021
Each year, the Library partners with the Local Investment Commission (LINC) and the Black Archives of Mid-America to...
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Wednesday, September 2, 2020
The Library is introducing a new Internet to Go service that makes 100 Wi-Fi hotspots available to cardholders for free, 14-day check...
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Friday, August 28, 2020
We’re celebrating the 100th birthday of Kansas City jazz legend Charlie Parker. Known as “Yardbird,” or just “Bird,” he was born in K...
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Friday, August 14, 2020
One hundred years ago the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, giving women in the U.S. the hard-won right to vote. In co...
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Monday, April 27, 2020
The Library partnered with Connecting for Good and Kansas City Public Schools on April 17, 2020, to distribute...
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Saturday, March 21, 2020
More than ever, perhaps, we find ourselves relying on technology to stay informed, keep in touch with family and friends, continue school, and work ef...