Emily Becker
Emily Becker
Community Relations Specialist
ebecker@mymcpl.org
(816)503-4187
Contact for media inquiries.
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
MCPL Hosts ‘Woodneath Homecoming Weekend’ Aug. 12 & 13 | August 9, 2022
MCPL Announces Plans for Grain Valley Branch | August 5, 2022
Library’s Annual Romance Convention Returns August 4–6 | July 12, 2022
Library’s Chief Operating Officer Steps Into Acting Director Role | July 1, 2022
MCPL Lee’s Summit Branch Reopens After Year of Construction | June 15, 2022
News Coverage
Mid-Continent Public Library planning new Grain Valley branch | August 8, 2022
Mid-Continent Public Library announces plans to replace Grain Valley branch | August 6, 2022
One Tank Trips: Midwest Genealogy Center | August 5, 2022
Mid-Continent Public Library’s Annual Romance GenreCon Returns August 4th – 6th | August 2, 2022
Library's annual romance convention Aug. 4-6 | July 15, 2022