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  Like streaming music and movies? How about eBooks and audiobooks? Maybe you want to read the KC Star online? Check out our eContent resources.
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  Checkout online resources tied to our Kansas Collection and information to set up an appointment to view the collection in person.
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  Access our online Databases to research everything from car repair to literary criticism of Shakespeare. Or get some homework help with a live tutor through tutor.com.
Just for You
- Seniors
  
  KCKPL has something for everyone. Take a look at our Seniors section to find out more about special services, programs, and content that may be of interest.
- Adults
  
  Our Library has endless possibilities when it comes to books, graphic novels, ebooks and audiobooks for adults. KCKPL also has one of the finest movie and music collections in the area.
- Teens
  
  Whether it's homework help from tutor.com or perfecting stop motion with Legos, we've got you covered. Check out our Teen section for new features every week.
- Kids
  
  Find out about fun and upcoming activities for you at the Library. Plus, get the latest on all the cool new books, movies and music.
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- Event Calendar
  
  Check out upcoming events at our various locations!
- Featured Programs
  
  Find out more about some of the fun and interesting programs and classes our Library has lined up for the Kansas City community!
- Reserve a Room
  KCKPL has free meeting rooms for service, educational and nonprofit groups along with study rooms for six or fewer people. Reserve a room by calling 913.295.8250 and select the library where you would like to reserve a room.
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  Find out what art or special exhibits are on display at KCKPL locations. Are you an artist wanting to show at a library? Click here for information. Want to apply for a show? Click here.

Special Notices:

Pickup your holds curbside and use the bookdrops during limited hours at all locations.
See our curbside pickup page for more information.

Curbside Pickup

Curbside Pickup

Monday-Friday
9AM - 5PM

Pickup your holds curbside during limited hours at a branch location.

Summer Reading Program

June 1-July 31

Imagine Your story with our online summer reading program for all ages!

Insect Photography

Insect Photography Contest

Submissions accepted Aug.3 - Sept.4

Enter your photograph for our insect photography contest

Online Programs

Online Programs @ KCKPL

Crafts, STEM, activities for kids, video tutorials, and more!

Coronavirus Updates

Coronavirus Update

All library locations closed with limited curbside hold pickups.

Online Storytimes

Online Storytimes

Monday-Friday
10AM

Join our Online Storytimes weekdays at 10AM on our Facebook Live

African American Newspapers

Genealogy Resources

Use Ancestry Library, African American Newspapers, Fold3, and more to research your family history.

Connecting the Dottes

Community Media Club!

A new WyCo community media club newsletter sent straight to your inbox!

My Account LoginGet to your library account.

Locations & HoursFind KCKPL locations and hours.

New ItemsCheck out new and recently ordered items

Contact UsGet in touch! We're here to help!

Curbside hold pickup and bookdrops open at all locations

Pickup your holds curbside and use the bookdrops during limited hours at all locations. See our curbside pickup page for more information.

You can also always find ebooks, streaming movies, and audiobooks on our eCommunity website.

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