Central Library | Kansas City Public Library 14 West 10th Street Kansas City MO 64105 816.701.3449 Hours Sun 1 PM - 5 PM Mon-Wed 9 AM - 7 PM Thurs-Sat 9 AM - 5 PM Contact Location Director of Central Library Operations: Ruby Jones History After remodeling the former First National Bank, the Central Library moved into this building in 2004. The restored 1906 historic bank lobby is one of the most magnificent spaces in the Central Library as it is the first interior view that customers experience as they enter the Library. This impressive space houses the popular materials collection on the first floor among the restored columns. Modeled after library reading rooms of the early 20 th century, this room includes traditional library seating with custom-designed tables wired for modern computer usage. The Grand Reading Room is located on the third floor and is surrounded by the Community Reference Services, Reference Collection, and Periodicals Collection. Architectural features include a distinctive, 34-foot ceiling with skylight. Central Library The Central Library serves as the main resource library for the system. It houses the major library departments, including: Customer Service, Community Reference, Special Collections, Youth Services, Document Delivery, Collection Maintenance, Library Outreach, and all of the Administrative departments. Services Field Trips/Tours Notary by Appointment Technology Assistance Voter Registration Features Assistive Technology Blood Pressure Check Station Computers Copy/Fax/Scan Machines Meeting Room(s) Printing Privacy Screen Public Telephone Study Room(s) Wi-Fi At This Location Accessibility at the Library The Nook | Coffee Bar & Learning Lab Central Youth Services Missouri Valley Special Collections Support for Life Challenges Audio-Visual Desk OneNorth Technology Center Parking Rooftop Terrace Exhibition Space Table at this Location Activities At This Location View all Canceled: Toddler Storytime April 23, 2026, 10:30 11 AM A storytime session perfect for toddlers who aren't ready to sit still! Build early literacy and language skills through song, dance, and movement games. Parking is ... Canceled: Midday Moving Meditation April 23, 2026, 12 12:30 PM Explore 30 minutes of moving meditation designed to help you renew and reset. Sessions include an accessible mix of qigong, yoga, and mindfulness meditation, and can... UMKC Conservatory Music Students Performance April 24, 2026, 12 1 PM Join us as we enjoy music performed by UMKC Conservatory students. The program will include piano, wind, and string instruments.