Library News

Eleven public library systems, including the Kansas City Public Library, were tapped to receive grants of up to $500,000 each from the Carnegie Corporation of New York.

The Waldo Branch re-opened on January 3 after upgrades to carpet, paint, furniture, and computers.

A public reception at Central Library on November 2 celebrates the nearly 50 works of art on view created by Library staff.

Cindy Hohl, director of operational support at the Kansas City Public Library, is the new president of the American Library Association (ALA).

Abby Yellman will assume the position of executive director on August 5.

The Kansas City Public Library welcomes two new members and thanks two outgoing members for their years of service.

Super Bowl News: The Kansas City Public Library is partnering with the San Francisco Public Library to draw attention "Tackle Censorship."

Debbie Siragusa, the Kansas City Public Library’s assistant director and chief operating officer, has been named interim director of the Library as its search for a new permanent director gets underway.

The Kansas City Public Library’s new logo – the owl in the circle – encapsulates what’s been happening at the Library for the past 150 years. The new symbol and look were unveiled Tuesday, October 3, 2023, ahead of the celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Library's founding in 1873.