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Friday, October 4, 2024

Open today 4 PM - 11 PM

Friday, October 4, 2024

Open today 4 PM - 11 PM

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New Acquisitions Exhibition

The Linda Hall Library invites you to explore a selection of recently acquired rare books and consider their distinctive value to our lives and the world around us.

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Events

How Do I Become an Engineer?

Join us for a networking hour with local engineering organizations, an expert panel discussion, and a tour at UMKC School of Science and Engineering.

OCT 5, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Scientist of the Day

Edward Stratemeyer

Edward Stratemeyer, an American writer and publisher, was born Oct. 4, 1862, in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Stratemeyer was probably the most prolific...

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Elections, Technology, and Trust in 2024 and Beyond

Georgetown University's Matt Blaze, PhD, will examine the technologies used in elections and practical safeguards that mitigate risks they introduce.

OCT 10, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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The Linda Hall Library is open to the public free of charge.

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Life Beyond Earth?

A new exhibition opening October 25, 2024 that examines the question that has fascinated humanity for centuries... is there life beyond earth?

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Life at Linda Hall Library

We open our doors to scientists, engineers, historians, students, and learners of all ages who gather to question, understand, and learn.

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Kansas City Invention Convention

KCIC is a STEMIE competition that teaches problem-solving and creativity to students in 17 counties and 31 school districts across the KC metro.

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Browse videos from previous events, lectures, and fellows' presentations.

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NOW OPEN

New Acquisitions Exhibition

How Do I Become an Engineer?

Edward Stratemeyer

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Online Catalog

Elections, Technology, and Trust in 2024 and Beyond

Library Services

Life Beyond Earth?

Life at Linda Hall Library

Kansas City Invention Convention

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