Linda Hall Library: Books and More for All
Kansas City, Missouri is well known for its cultural establishments. Linda Hall Library is a significant contribution to the culture of Kansas City. The library was bequeathed in 1946 by Herbert and Linda Hall, a couple that lived their lives and grew their extreme wealth in Kansas City. The couple wanted to do something meaningful with their estate and decided a library for all to enjoy was the answer.
The Linda Hall Library Board of Trustees had $6 million to use for constructing the library, but had to decide what type of library to build. The five-member committee finally decided that the Linda Hall Library would focus on science and technology. Since the initial purchase of the American Academy of Arts and Science in the mid 1940s, the library's collection has grown significantly. The library now has a broad collection of books on engineering, chemistry, astronomy, physics, life sciences, and geology.
As Herbert and Linda Hall wanted, the Linda Hall Library is used by many people. From young high school students researching topics for term papers to engineering companies in search of resources to support technical documents, the library is useful to many in the Kansas City area and abroad. In addition to providing a vast collection of books, the library has space for meetings and special events. There are numerous events and exhibits throughout the year. The staff at the Linda Hall Library welcomes opportunities for tours that are both informative and educational. If you can't make it to Kansas City, the library provides an online tour of their facility.
