ADA Accessibility

All of our locations are in compliance with ADA standards.

Ask A Librarian

Our librarians have the answer to your questions on all variety of topics.

Assistive Technology

Customers with hearing and speech impairments can access type-to-text communications devices at any of the 31 MCPL locations.

Book Drop

If you do not have time to come inside, you can just drop your books in the book drop outside.

Book Group Service

Check out books for your community book group to enjoy.

Career Online High School

Enroll in a fully-accredited, online high school program to earn your diploma as well as a career certificate.

Community Rooms

Rooms are available for public use at multiple MCPL locations.

Consumer Reports

Get complete access to rating information from the Consumer Reports Magazine, Buying Guides, and more.

Copy Machine

Print in black and white or color as well as scan images to a USB drive.

Daycare and School Visits

Bring your school to visit the Library or have the Library come to you!

Drive-Up Windows

Four MCPL locations have a drive-up window for you to return items and pick up holds.

Early Literacy Station

Our early literacy computers let kids explore technology in a safe environment with literacy-building games.

Espresso Book Machine

The Espresso Book Machine is a state-of-the-art device that prints, binds, and trims a paperback book in minutes.

Fax Machine

You can send faxes from the Library, but not receive them.

Fishing Poles

Check out a fishing pole from your local Library!

Google Fiber

Six MCPL branches have Google Fiber Internet at their locations. This includes the following branches: Antioch, Blue Ridge, North Oak, Red Bridge, Raytown, and the Woodneath Library Center.

In-Branch Dining

Enjoy a drink or snack during your visit to the Library.

Interlibrary Loan

You can request materials from other libraries throughout the U.S. for free.

Kansas City Star Electronic Image Edition

The image edition provides an exact replica of the print version of the Kansas City Star newspaper on a daily basis.

Library-By-Mail

Qualifying homebound customers can get library materials delivered to them free of charge.

Library-To-Go

Each Library-To-Go is an automated system to pick up holds, return materials, and check out DVDs and music CDs.

MCPL Museum Pass

This program will provide complimentary admission to select Independence attractions and museums through the end of 2019.

Mobile Device and Remote Printing

Print items from your mobile device or home computer at select MCPL locations.

Online Learning

Learn it your way. Our digital branch allows you to learn through instructor-led courses and video tutorials.

Public Computers

Each Library branch has computers for public use.

Public Laptops

Certain MCPL branches offer a limited number of laptops for customer use inside the Library.

Publish Your Book

You can publish your book through the Woodneath Press. 

Read and Feed

MCPL is partnering with Harvesters to provide free meals to kids 18 and under throughout the school year.

Teacher Assistance

Teachers can submit requests to library staff for collections of items for use in the classroom.

Test Proctoring Services

MCPL provides a test proctoring service for students to help them pursue their educational goals.

Tutoring

MCPL customers can access free one-on-one online tutoring services.

Voter Registration

All MCPL branches are voter registration sites.

Wellness Room

Wellness Rooms provide customers a private room to use for short-term personal needs including nursing.

Wi-Fi

Access free wireless internet at all MCPL locations.