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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.

Mid-Continent Public Library Hosts Clothing Drive Nov. 12–Dec. 17 | November 5, 2019

Michael Scott Moore to Speak at Woodneath Library Center | October 18, 2019

Mid-Continent Public Library Breaks Ground in Liberty | October 17, 2019

Mid-Continent Public Library Hosts ‘Business Bootcamp’ | September 20, 2019

Library Honors Military Members, Celebrates New Community Hall | September 16, 2019

In Focus: Midwest Genealogy Center lets you dig deeper into your family’s roots during lock-in | November 5, 2019

Genealogy Stories | November 5, 2019

Community Heroes at the Library, 10-25-19 | November 3, 2019

StoneLion Puppet Theatre scares up some fun for Lee’s Summit kids | October 29, 2019

Connecting with Our Ancestors | October 24, 2019