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- The Kansas Collection
  
  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:

In response to COVID-19, access inside of all libraries will be closed until further notice.
Pickup your holds curbside and use the bookdrops during limited hours at all locations.

Curbside Pickup

Curbside Pickup

Monday-Friday
9AM - 5PM

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

Online Programs

Online Programs @ KCKPL

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

Digital Magazines

Sign up for online-only eCard to access

Access Flipster with your library card to view hundreds of digital magazines

Insect Photography

Insect Photography Contest

Submissions accepted Aug.3 - Sept.4

Enter your photograph for our insect photography contest

Summer Reading Program

Prize pickup extended through Aug. 31st

Thank you for participating in our online summer reading program, Imagine Your Story!

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

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Community Media Club!

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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.

In response to COVID-19, access inside of all libraries will be closed until further notice.

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

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