Beginning May 1st you can enter a recent photo of you and your best panfish caught, for a chance to win a basket full of cool fishing tackle and prizes at the McCracken County Public Library. Participants ages 5 and up are eligible to win.
(Find more photographs in our Digital Collections)
On Monday April 8th, 2024 Paducah will be in the path of totality for the total solar eclipse! We will be giving out glasses for safe viewing of the solar eclipse beginning March 15th (2 per customer, while supplies last).
AARP volunteers will once again be at the Library to assist with tax preparation. They will take appointments for Wednesdays and Fridays between 9:30 am and 2:30 pm from February 14th to April 12th.
The public is invited to Drop Your Drawers as part of the McCracken County Public Library's 7th annual campaign to collect new packages of new underwear for children in need.
Mention Thanksgiving and turkey instantly pops in your head. But we in the Local and Family History Department agree that the best part of the meal is not the turkey, but the stuffing. Ahhhhh! the stuffing!
The McCracken County Public Library Local and Family History staff have added to their Historic Digital Paducah Hotel Ledger Collection.
A short history of confectionery, candy manufacturers and candy wholesalers in Paducah, KY from the mid-1800's to the beginning of the 21st Century
In celebration of the release of “The Eras Tour” movie and “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” on October 27th, 2023, please enjoy this carefully selected list of reccomended reads to go with each Swift Era, from her debut country album to her most re
The McCracken County Genealogical and Historical Society returns to monthly meetings, Wednesday Sept. 13, 2023 in the Library Meeting Room at 1:30 P.M.
Sources and Tips for Researching Family History with an Emphasis on Emancipated Slaves
General Sources:
FAQ about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
What is the Dolly Parton Imagination Library?
We are proud to open our newly outfitted Multi-Media Classroom for public reservation! This room is on the 1st floor of the Library by the public computers.