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The Wichita Public Library is celebrating 150 years, but the work ahead may matter most. Explore our history, the state of young children and families in Wichita, and the reveal of WPL's next chapter.
As Wichita Public Library celebrates 150 years of service, join us for a fast-paced look at the Library’s biggest milestones—plus a special reveal about where we’re headed next. We’ll also share an eye-opening look at the state of young children and their families in Wichita. More than 75% of local children enter kindergarten not fully ready to learn, a challenge with long-term implications for our community.
For 150 years, supporting young learners has been at the heart of the Library’s work. Now the challenge is bigger than ever. What does that mean for our community, and what role can the Library play next? Join us to reflect on where we’ve been, explore where we’re headed, and discover how you can help shape the Library’s next chapter.
The Advanced Learning Library, located centrally in the historic Delano neighborhood, has many specialty services and collections including the Maker Space and AV Studio, local history and genealogy collections, and the Friends of the Wichita Public Library used bookstore.