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Join the Library in May to celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month, and explore histories, cultures, and achievements with reading recommendations, films, and more.

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A Memorial For A Pendergast? The Legacy Of ‘Big Jim’ In Kansas City

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Battle of New Orleans

Wednesday, May 28

6:00pm

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Rise and Fall of Empires

Art in the Loop Kickoff: Wonder 

Thursday, June 5

6 p.m.

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Arts & Culture

'Yet Here I Am: Lessons from a Black Man’s Search for Home'

Thursday, June 12

6:00 p.m.

Plaza Branch

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Battle of New Orleans

Wednesday, May 28

6:00pm

Central Library

Rise and Fall of Empires

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Take A Hike With Your Library

When younger, Senior Special Collections Librarian Michael Wells read about Kansas City history and sought to experience historic places firsthand. He still does this and recommends it to others.

Your Rights as a Voter

The Kansas City Public Library is here to help answer your questions about the voting process, and can direct you to information about your local elections.

Our Story, Kansas City

We are beginning an exciting new journey, and we want you to be part of it. The strategic plan we’re developing will help us continue to grow as a nurturing, responsive, welcoming,...

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