Women's History Month: First Woman Mayor in Kansas
Did you know the first woman elected mayor in the U.S. was from Kansas?
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Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence
The story of women's suffrage is a story of voting rights and our development as a nation. Join the Smithsonian in celebrating the Nineteenth Amendment with Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence. This free, dynamic poster exhibition explores the complexity of the women's suffrage movement and the relevance of this history to Americans' lives today.
Mini People on Big Adventures
Check out local Kansas City photographer Luke Pech and his collection titled "Mini People on Big Adventures" at the Main Library!
KC Rep for All: One of the Good Ones
The Kansas City, Kansas Public Library is pleased to welcome the Kansas City Repertory Theater back this year as part of their community tour. They will be performing One of the Good Ones at West Wyandotte library on March 17 and South Branch Library on March 19, 2026. When the “perfect” Latina daughter brings her boyfriend home to meet the parents, tensions run high and expectations are put to the test. Meet your new favorite family in this heartfelt story from Gloria Calderón Kellett, the co-creator and showrunner of Netflix’s One Day at a Time.
Black Environmentalists
Concerns about humanity’s negative impact on the environment first began during the 20th century. Classic books like A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold and Silent Spring by Rachel Carson began the modern environmentalist movement. These authors shone a spotlight on humanity’s impact on the world and how it could have negative effects on the environment. Since then, the negative impact of pollution, land use, resource extraction, and climate change have been further studied and continue to contribute to declining rates of plants and animal species along with natural areas around the world.
Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy Exhibit
FEBRUARY 7 - MARCH 8, 2026 - MAIN LIBRARY
Take Your Child to the Library Day
What is Take Your Child to the Library Day?
24th Annual Eagle Days at Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle
Every January, Wyandotte County Lake Park transforms into the center of nature appreciation and family-friendly fun during Eagle Days. This annual celebration brings together bird lovers, outdoor
A History of Sumner High School Exhibit
Help us celebrate the rich history of Sumner High School in Kansas City, Kansas!
Visit the Main Library between December 9 and February 7th to learn about how Sumner High School was created.
Food Drive with Harvesters
From December 1-12, 2025 drop off food and household donations at any of our Kansas City, Kansas Public Library locations as we work to fill the shelves of local food pantry partners with Harvesters.
Kansas Reads to Preschoolers Month
Kansas Reads to Preschoolers Month is celebrated each November and encourages reading to all Kansas children from birth to age five. All Kansans are invited to explore this year’s BIG Idea with their local libraries.
Culinary Literacy: Turmeric Golden Tea
Turmeric (Curcuma longa), a relative of ginger, is a popular cooking spice in Asian cuisine since antiquity. It is also a very potent anti-inflammatory herb.
Culinary Literacy: How to Save on Food
Food Waste and the Environment
One in eight Americans struggle with food scarcity, yet, up to 40% of the food that’s produced in the U.S. is wasted.
Hiking KC: Weston Bend State Park and Juneteenth Celebration
Weston Bluffs Trail is near the town of Weston in Missouri, about a 30-minute drive from Kansas City, Kansas. The trail follows the Missouri River and the historic, well-marked path of Lewis and Clark in Weston Bend State Park.
Adult Craft Tutorial: Mini Paper Cactus Landscape
The Main Library has a great craft kit for adults to take home that lets you make a simple Mini Paper Cactus Landscape.
If you can’t make it to the library to pick up a kit, here is a video tutorial.