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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.

MCPL Challenges KC Adults to Read Five Books in Two Months | January 14, 2020

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

Outstanding developments, strategic 'big 4' highlight Keystone awards | December 16, 2019

The eagles have landed at Weston presentation | December 11, 2019

Mid-Continent Public Library Hosts Clothing Drive | November 16, 2019

Peruse the intermediate results of Mid-Continent Public Library's $113M renewal | November 14, 2019

Great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens brings a classic to life | November 13, 2019