Posted on Nov 12, 2023
Kansas City has lots of great libraries, but these specialized collections offer something unique...
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While the Kansas City region is home to robust public library systems, it also boasts specialized libraries that focus on individual subjects. These libraries have extensive collections devoted to arts, natural history, science and storytelling, and also offer events, activities, and exhibits for readers and researchers alike.
Kansas City is full of curious people, and it’s lucky enough to have the Kansas City Public Library, Mid-Continent Public Library, Johnson County Library, and more to fuel that curiosity.
But if you want to dive deep into a subject, there’s no better resource than a specialized library. At these particular establishments, the staff are well versed in their particular field, able to help both the expert researcher and those new to the subject.
While many of the libraries are free to visit, in most cases their resources do not circulate, meaning you can’t take the books or materials home. So if you plan to visit, schedule yourself enough time to peruse the materials in house.
Kansas City is full of curious people, and it’s lucky enough to have the Kansas City Public Library, Mid-Continent Public Library, Johnson County Library, and more to fuel that curiosity.
But if you want to dive deep into a subject, there’s no better resource than a specialized library. At these particular establishments, the staff are well versed in their particular field, able to help both the expert researcher and those new to the subject.
While many of the libraries are free to visit, in most cases their resources do not circulate, meaning you can’t take the books or materials home. So if you plan to visit, schedule yourself enough time to peruse the materials in house.
Kansas City has lots of great libraries, but these specialized collections offer something unique...
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..."The Story Center
Exterior view of The Story Center, a brick house with white columns, with a green field in front and clouded sunset sky in the background.
The Story Center At Mid-Continent Public Library.
Sharing stories is not just the role of libraries — it’s how we live our lives. Learn about the art of storytelling at The Story Center, part of the Mid-Continent Public Library system in Kansas City’s Northland.
The Story Center is housed in the former Woodneath homestead, a registered historic building that is part of the Woodneath Library Center. The center offers a variety of programming for aspiring raconteurs and writers, including a storyteller certificate program.
The Story Center also publishes a variety of titles as Woodneath Press, although they are not currently accepting submissions. Or consider self-publishing with the center’s Espresso Book Machine: the cost of the service is based on what you want printed and is available by appointment only.
Writers and readers alike may want to check out the tenth annual Local Authors Fair on Nov. 18, with a keynote from Theodore Wheeler, author of “Kings of Broken Things” and “The War Begins in Paris.”
The Story Center’s regular hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m."
..."The Story Center
Exterior view of The Story Center, a brick house with white columns, with a green field in front and clouded sunset sky in the background.
The Story Center At Mid-Continent Public Library.
Sharing stories is not just the role of libraries — it’s how we live our lives. Learn about the art of storytelling at The Story Center, part of the Mid-Continent Public Library system in Kansas City’s Northland.
The Story Center is housed in the former Woodneath homestead, a registered historic building that is part of the Woodneath Library Center. The center offers a variety of programming for aspiring raconteurs and writers, including a storyteller certificate program.
The Story Center also publishes a variety of titles as Woodneath Press, although they are not currently accepting submissions. Or consider self-publishing with the center’s Espresso Book Machine: the cost of the service is based on what you want printed and is available by appointment only.
Writers and readers alike may want to check out the tenth annual Local Authors Fair on Nov. 18, with a keynote from Theodore Wheeler, author of “Kings of Broken Things” and “The War Begins in Paris.”
The Story Center’s regular hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m."
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