Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
The Library celebrates with special activities, book recommendations, film screenings, and other resources that explore a rich array of the experiences and perspectives of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The Irene H. Ruiz Branch hosts a native plant and seed swap on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 5 - 7 p.m.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
The Library recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15–October 15) with special activities, book recommendations, film screenings, and other resources that exp...
Friday, September 4, 2026
Harry Houdini's connection to Kansas City started out by accident, but it lasted throughout his legendary career. John Cox discusses Houdini on Wednesday, Sept. 9, a...
Brian Steed
Hollywood vs. History: The Patriot
Thursday, September 24, 2026
6:00pm
The Hollywood vs. History series returns to examine the key figures, uniforms, military maneuvers, and more in The Patriot with Mel Gibson.
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This exhibition of historic, local soccer photographs is based on the KCUR 89.3 podcast A People’s History of Kansas City.
Find and place holds on books, DVDs, CDs, and more! You can also use the Library's catalog to discover reading lists and staff picks, and rate and review the things you read, watch...
