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The Kansas City Public Library cultivates connection through experiences that educate, empower, and celebrate our stories.

Kansas City, Missouri
Joined May 2008
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Did you know that 11 firms submitted different design proposals for the Liberty Memorial? Scroll through to see some of the potential monuments that would have lived in KC. Learn about the making of Liberty Memorial in our latest KCQ collaboration with @KCStar here: tinyurl.com/2peymf5n
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It's Election Day! Don't forget to cast your vote. 🗳️ Three of the Library's branches, Trails West, Waldo, and North-East, serve as polling places. As these locations facilitate civic participation, you may notice more visitors throughout the day.
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Spot the difference. 🔍 Our Missouri Valley Special Collections team dressed up for Halloween as the man who held the 1940 tax assessment signs! In 1940, more than 50,000 images of Kansas City structures were photographed and assembled. The public can view this collection at kc1940.org.
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Happy Halloween from the Kansas City Public Library! 🎃 From scarecrow making to a children's parade to autumn crafts, our locations have been getting the community in a spooky mood! 👻
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We love seeing the world celebrate Kansas City! 🎉 The @nytimes just featured the Central Library in its 36 Hours series, alongside other KC staples such as the @kcstreetcar, @UnionStationKC, 18th & Vine District, and more. Whether you live in Kansas City or are just visiting, there's always something to explore. What's your favorite part of this community? 💭
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Enjoy a fundraising dinner and hear from award-winning author Joyce Carol Oates, learn about neighborhood restoration, hear a live performance as we explore America's musical heritage, and more this November. Invite your friends and spend time with us at the Library! Reserve your spot at kclibrary.org/events
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Purchase Writers for Readers tickets to see Joyce Carol Oates here: tinyurl.com/4rea3tan
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Just bought my ticket to hear @JoyceCarolOates discuss her latest two works and support my favorite library. Looking forward to it!
Enjoy a fundraising dinner and hear from award-winning author Joyce Carol Oates, learn about neighborhood restoration, hear a live performance as we explore America's musical heritage, and more this November. Invite your friends and spend time with us at the Library! Reserve your spot at kclibrary.org/events
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Calling all moviegoers, we have the perfect event for you! 📣🎥 Adam Roberts, @armourtheater owner, visits the Library to talk about theater projection, the differences between film and digital, screen formats, and why going to the movies is still so special. 🍿 Movie theater snacks, soda, and water will be provided. 🥤 There will also be a raffle for a few free pairs of tickets to Screenland Armour. 📅: November 4 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. 📍: Central Library 🎟️: Reserve your spot here: tinyurl.com/4nbrbwfb
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If you're a book lover in Kansas City, come join one of our November book groups! 📚 The Library offers gatherings that meet both in person and online. ☕ For more details, visit kclibrary.org/book-groups.
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We are still thinking about how much fun the Heartland Book Festival was this year. 😍 Thank you to our incredible volunteers, vendors, authors, staff, partners, donors, and attendees! This incredible festival wouldn't be the same without you.
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Don't ghost us! 👻 Visit your local Library or bookmobile today!
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The joy of visiting the Library. ❤️
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We had an open call for artwork, and the whole world showed up! 🌏 People's perceptions of freedom from 12 different countries, 30 different states, and all around the metro are being displayed at the Guldner Gallery at the Central Library. This exhibition is now open to the public. Stop by and browse or pick up a card to contribute your art to the ever-growing wall of liberty. Find more information at kclibrary.org/exhibitions
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Ready to expand your worldview? 🌏 Our new Gather at the Library series brings food, art, and entertainment from cultures around the world to locations across the Library system. Last month, our North-East Branch celebrated Vietnamese and Somali traditions. Check out our upcoming gatherings here: tinyurl.com/47fr8f93
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Are you a fan of puzzles? 📣 The Plaza Branch is hosting its third annual Jigsaw Swap on November 7. 🧩 Bring your jigsaw puzzles to the Library throughout October and receive tokens. On November 7, come back to trade your tokens for new puzzles. More information: kclibrary.org/calendar/jigsa…
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Celebrate Banned Books Week with the Library by checking out some of the most challenged books from last year. How many of these stories have you read? #BannedBooksWeek #LetBooksBe #FreedomToRead #KCMO
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The Library is getting spooooky! 👻 Join us for any of these free ghoulishly fun activities! Find more Halloween Happenings here: tinyurl.com/yc4p8txm
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Our Library locations have worked hard to bring you creative and educational displays for Banned Books Week! 🔥📚 Exercise your freedom to read with us every day of the year. Learn more here: kclibrary.org/news/2026-10/b…
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Have a historically fun time with the area’s first-ever Archives Bazaar! This event is a free opportunity to learn about archives and the region’s rich, diverse history collections. ‍ Attendees will have the chance to talk with representatives about their collections and services, learn from local experts about how to preserve personal collections and history, enjoy puzzles and games based on historical photographs, tour the Missouri Valley Room Special Collections, and register for door prizes. ‍ 📅: October 10 | 1 - 4 p.m. 📍: Central Library | Helzberg Auditorium Learn more here: kclibrary.org/calendar/kansa…
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