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
21st Annual KC Metro Storytelling Celebration: November 4-7 | October 28, 2020
Virtual Seminar Offers Financial Guidance to Small Businesses | October 19, 2020
Library Honors Military Members During Virtual ‘Veterans Salute’ | September 25, 2020
Library Utilizes CARES Act Grant to Combat Digital Divide | September 24, 2020
Mid-Continent Public Library Opens Withers Branch in Liberty | September 22, 2020
News Coverage
Researching Family Trees | October 29, 2020
Music to science: Virtual programs continue to entertain Lee’s Summit library patrons | October 15, 2020
Veterans Salute goes virtual, extends through Nov. 11 | October 7, 2020
Librarian knows a lot about these haunts. She discussed them at LS virtual event | October 6, 2020
Missouri voter registration deadline Wednesday | October 5, 2020