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The Ozarks Spaceman: Buck Nelson in 10 Facts
An in-depth look at Buck Nelson, Missouri’s most infamous UFO contactee, and the stranger truth behind the legend.
Brandon Broughton
1 day ago
Who Says Library Cards Can’t Be Fun?
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and there’s never been a better time to get a library card. Or encourage someone you know to get a card.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Aug 27
From Drawing Board to Darkroom: The Journey of Betty Love
As one of the first female cartoonists and newspaper photographers, Betty Love was a pioneer in local and national journalism.
Konrad Stump
Aug 21
R. Ritchie Robertson and the Boy Scout Band
Dr. R. Ritchie Robertson led the 440-member Boy Scout Band and turned a generation of boys into disciplined musicians and hometown heroes.
Landyn Block
Aug 7
Library District Announces New Library Station Branch Manager
Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District is pleased to announce that Haley White has been selected as the new...
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Jul 21
New Board Members Bring Expertise to the Library Foundation
Springfield, MO - The Springfield-Greene County Library Foundation recently elected four new members to its Board of Directors. Leia...
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Jul 21
The Shootout on the Square
On July 21, 1865, James “Wild Bill” Hickok and Davis Tutt exchanged fire on the Springfield square in what many cite as the first one-on-one shootout in American history.
Library Staff
Jul 21
Library Foundation Receives $100,000 Grant for Midtown Carnegie Renovations
The Springfield-Greene County Library Foundation has received a $100,000 grant from the Jeannette L. Musgrave Foundation in partnership...
Katie Hopkins
Jul 11
Identifying Photographs in Your Family Collection
This guide examines the qualities of early photography to help researchers chronologically sort through their family photos.
Madison Huffman
Jul 10
The Springfield-Greene County Library Foundation Receives Grant for Accessible Changing Table
The Springfield-Greene County Library Foundation has received a $16,550 grant from Abilities First . . .
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Jun 26
Remembering the Battle of Gettysburg
Two Civil War veterans from Springfield described their experiences at the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg in 1913.
Michael Price
Jun 26
The Bottomless Well of Water Street
An investigative essay about forgotten infrastructure, civic origin, water, stone, research, and the thrill of (re)discovery.
Brandon Broughton
Jun 12
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Will Reopen on June 9, 2025
Join us as the branch reopens to the public.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Jun 5
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 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
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
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
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
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