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Connecting members of our dynamic community with information, tools, resources, and welcoming spaces to enrich their lives. As a public library, KCKPL recognizes that the library serves all residents of Wyandotte County, no matter age or economic conditions. This service area comprises a large and diverse population that is challenged by high levels of poverty and poor economic conditions. The goals of the library speak to broad community needs, including adequately located, maintained, accessible and secure public spaces; to ensure that services being offered to patrons are current and meet the needs of a constantly evolving community; to ensure that KCKPL is a good steward of tax-payer dollars; and that all citizens of Wyandotte County have access to library services.
Established in 1895, the Central Library serves as a headquarters of the Kansas City Public Library system. The sprawling library houses a formidable collection and also supports the major components of the library system. Apart from the numerous reading rooms, the majestic library building also offers four meeting spaces and six spaces for hosting private events. Other facilities at the library include free wireless internet access and a large number of computers. Head to the Nine Muses Cafe on the first level to unwind with your book over coffee. Check website for more.
The branch offers customers a wide array of free resources and servicesfrom books, movies, and music, available in both physical and streaming formats, to technology services, including in-branch public computers and Wi-Fi as well as Chromebooks and internet hotspots available for checkout. MCPL also offers free access to many online research and learning resources, online classes and tutoring services, and digital versions of popular publications such as The Kansas City Star and other daily newspapers. Customers may browse for materials, reserve meeting rooms, and attend in-person programs for all ages.
The branch offers customers a wide array of free resources and servicesfrom books, movies, and music, available in both physical and streaming formats, to technology services, including in-branch public computers and Wi-Fi as well as Chromebooks and internet hotspots available for checkout. MCPL also offers free access to many online research and learning resources, online classes and tutoring services, and digital versions of popular publications such as The Kansas City Star and other daily newspapers. Customers may browse for materials and attend in-person programs for all ages.
