top of page
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, 2025
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, 2025
Identifying Photographs in Your Family Collection
This guide examines the qualities of early photography to help researchers chronologically sort through their family photos.
Madison Holt
Jul 10, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
The Bottomless Well of Water Street
An unusual newspaper article from 1909 led to an encounter with the buried founding site of Springfield, Missouri.
Brandon Broughton
Jun 12, 2025
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library Will Reopen on June 9, 2025
Join us as the branch reopens to the public.
(cr) Vickie Hicks
Jun 5, 2025
Images from the Brickyard: Bob Linder’s Indy 500
Springfield photographer Bob Linder recalls his experiences photographing the Indianapolis 500.
Michael Price
May 23, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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 Harris
Mar 20, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
bottom of page