Throughout March, the Library commemorates Women's History Month by lifting up stories, achievements, and experiences past and present. Explore book r...

If archival items can be called juicy, the Folly Theater Collection...

The Missouri Valley Room at the Central Library is home to more than 200 special collections of archival materials documenting the history and develop...

With Library buildings open, one of the experiences patrons can once again enjoy in person is viewing exhibits in our galleries and spaces. Check out...

Henry Perry, the man who first assumed the title of Barbecue King of Kansas City, was born on March 16, 1874, in Shelby County, Tenne...

Throughout March, the Library commemorates Women's History Month by lifting up stories, achievements, and experiences past and presen...

The Library's Missouri Valley Special Collections has two coloring books available for free download that celebrate...

We’re celebrating the 100th birthday of Kansas City jazz legend Charlie Parker. Known as “Yardbird,” or just “Bird,” he was born in K...

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...