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Images from the Brickyard: Bob Linder’s Indy 500

Springfield photographer Bob Linder recalls his experiences photographing the Indianapolis 500.

Michael Price

May 23

Important Update: Interlibrary Loan Service Transition

We’d like to inform you about an upcoming change to the process for requesting materials from other libraries. Beginning July 1, our...

(cr) Vickie Hicks

May 21

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale Does It Again!

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale raises $204,739.85!

(cr) Vickie Hicks

May 5

A tall stone monument with a statue of a man on top stands amid a cemetery with orderly, small, plain grave markers

A Walking Tour of the Springfield National Cemetery

Learn about the Bailey Monument and the Springfield National Cemetery’s Civil War history during a walking tour on May 20.

Michael Price

May 1

Ernie Bedell, Arthur Duncan, and Richard Allen pose on a flight of stairs

Preserving the Ozarks Series 2025

Explore how the written word has helped shape Ozarks history and culture during this exciting annual series of programs.

Konrad Stump

Apr 18

Find Your Next Great Read at the Friends of the Library Book Sale April 30-May 4

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale Returns to the E*Plex on April 30

Voted "Best Local Event" by the readers of the Daily Citizen. The Book Sale returns on April 30.

(cr) Vickie Hicks

Apr 16

A racecar driver smiles at the camera. He is wearing a jacket, an unstrapped helmet, and goggles around his neck. His racecar has the number 48 and the words "Shorty's Offy" painted on it.

Jack Drussa: Musician and Racing Pioneer

Jack Drussa was a member of Springfield’s famous Boy Scout Band and a race car driver in the early days of the Fairgrounds Speedway.

Michael Price

Apr 3

Important Voter Information: Spring 2025

Click to learn more about Spring 2025 voting at the Library and to hear from the candidates

(cr) Vickie Hicks

Mar 27

A woman wearing a bucket hat and holding a camera stands at the foot of a dock lined with tropical trees and a thatched roof hut.

Beyond Boundaries: The Women Redefining Solo Travel

Nell Milligan and other pioneering female solo travelers defied societal expectations to explore the world on their own terms.

Landyn Block

Mar 20

Friends of the Library Make Major Gift Commitment

The Springfield-Greene County Library District is pleased to announce that the Friends of the Library have pledged $500,000 to the...

Vickie Hicks

Mar 10

The Country’s Best Newspaper Correspondent

Mary Elizabeth Mahnkey’s writings documented life in Taney County and defined her career as a rural newspaper correspondent.

Ben Divin

Mar 7

Jimmy Carter stands in front of a podium with microphones and the Presidential seal. A sign behind him says "Springfield Supports Our President"

From the White House to the Ozarks: Presidents Who Visited Southwest Missouri

Whether for campaign rallies, dedication ceremonies, or times of tragedy, twelve presidents have visited the Ozarks.

Michael Price

Feb 17

Springfield-Greene County Library District Conducts Strategic Planning Survey and Focus Groups

Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District is developing their 2025-2030 Strategic Plan and is seeking community...

Springfield-Greene Library District

Feb 13

Springfield-Greene County Library District Conducts Strategic Planning Survey and Focus Groups

Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District is developing their 2025-2030 Strategic Plan and is seeking community...

Vickie Hicks

Feb 11

Two couples outside near trees and a house or barn in the background. One couple sits on the ground, the man holding a walking stick and the woman wearing a hat. Another couple stands nearby looking on. The man is holding an umbrella with his arm draped over his partner's shoulder. The woman is holding a fan.

Love in the Hollers: Courtship, Marriage, and Divorce in the Early Ozarks

Ozarkers of the past approached courtship, marriage, and divorce in ways that are at once surprisingly archaic and unexpectedly modern.

Brandon Broughton

Feb 10

A peregrine falcon sits on an ornamental window ledge in a stone building

Missouri History Through the Birdwatcher’s Lens

Missouri is home to a range of natural environments. The presence (or lack) of birds in these habitats tells a centuries-old tale of our imp

Claire Porter

Feb 7

A toy horse with a mane and tail wearing a leather harness

Preserving Ozarks History Through Artifacts

A collaboration between Missouri State University and the Springfield–Greene County Library District showcases restored historical artifacts

Claire Porter

Jan 15

Groundbreaking on Republic Branch Library Set for Jan. 16, 2025

Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District will host an indoor groundbreaking ceremony for the new Republic Branch...

Springfield-Greene Library District

Jan 13

Free Tax Help

Do you need help preparing your taxes? Several ATLS (Across the Life Span) coalition agencies will provide tax assistance to individuals...

Eva

Jan 7

A small young boy is dressed as Santa Claus with a hat, beard, belt, boots, and sack full of gifts slung over his shoulder. He stands in front of a large tinsel-decorated tree and waves.

Searching for Santa

Thanks to a bit of holiday magic, Santa shows up in the most unlikely places. See where we’ve spotted him in our archives.

Claire Porter

Dec 21, 2024

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Images from the Brickyard: Bob Linder’s Indy 500

Important Update: Interlibrary Loan Service Transition

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale Does It Again!

A Walking Tour of the Springfield National Cemetery

Preserving the Ozarks Series 2025

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale Returns to the E*Plex on April 30

Jack Drussa: Musician and Racing Pioneer

Important Voter Information: Spring 2025

Beyond Boundaries: The Women Redefining Solo Travel

Friends of the Library Make Major Gift Commitment

The Country’s Best Newspaper Correspondent

From the White House to the Ozarks: Presidents Who Visited Southwest Missouri

Springfield-Greene County Library District Conducts Strategic Planning Survey and Focus Groups

Springfield-Greene County Library District Conducts Strategic Planning Survey and Focus Groups

Love in the Hollers: Courtship, Marriage, and Divorce in the Early Ozarks

Missouri History Through the Birdwatcher’s Lens

Preserving Ozarks History Through Artifacts

Groundbreaking on Republic Branch Library Set for Jan. 16, 2025

Free Tax Help

Searching for Santa

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