Mary Altman
Marketing and Communications Manager
maltman@mymcpl.org
816.521.7238
Emily Brown
Public Relations Coordinator
ebrown@mymcpl.org
816.503.4187
History
History
Mid-Continent Public Library is a consolidated library district and tax-supported political subdivision that serves nearly 800,000 people in the greater Kansas City metro area. The Library is governed by a 12-member Board of Trustees, which includes four representatives from each of the three counties in its district—Clay, Jackson, and Platte. For over 50 years, MCPL has been striving to provide customers with the best possible library experience.
Press Releases
Platte City Branch Reopens, Ribbon Cutting on Dec. 13 | December 6, 2018
Excelsior Springs Branch Reopens, Ribbon Cutting on Dec. 5 | November 27, 2018
Mid-Continent Public Library Hosts Free Business Bootcamp | November 19, 2018
Oak Grove Branch Open, Welcome Back Ceremony on Nov. 16 | November 12, 2018
MCPL’s Story Center Hosts ‘1,000 Footsteps’ Exhibit | November 6, 2018
News Coverage
Legacy Tree Onsite: A Visit to the Mid-Continent Public Library – Midwest Genealogy Center | December 11, 2018
Genealogists use library in Independence to unravel family histories | December 4, 2018
Excelsior library to hold ribbon cutting Dec. 5 | November 30, 2018
Mid-Continent Public Library Hosts Free Business Bootcamp | November 28, 2018
Exhibit tells journey of refugees to America | November 22, 2018