The library will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, November 27, and remain closed on Thursday, November 28, for Thanksgiving.
As the library celebrates the 50th Anniversary of our current building, we’ve compiled a little history of the programs, services, and people that have been a part of our time at 555 Washington Street.
The story of how Paducah got its name has been through many twists and turns over the years. Most everyone is familiar with the legend of Chief Paduke. But have you heard about Pat Dugan?
In the 1979, the rock band The Police released their song “Message in a Bottle,” and in it, the lead singer, Sting, croons the lyrics:
This book from our Local and Family History stacks, A Revision of the Ordinances and Municipal Laws of the City of Paducah, Kentucky (1904), may have a boring-looking cover and a boring-sounding title, but inside you’ll find a f
Carrying your own reusable water bottle around is the thing to do these days. Not only is it good for you, it’s good for the environment.
Invasive species. Asian Carp, Killer Bees, Cane Toads, and Burmese Python…just to name a few. They can be a real problem, causing havoc and disrupting the natural order of things. An invasive species can be truly destructive.
Found in the median of Jefferson Street around the 2900 block, the statue memorializing the 1937 Flood is not in a very convenient location for perusal.
Looking for a new hobby? A new sport? Ever considered frog hunting?
Murals…Paducah has a long history with them. The timeline, working backwards, includes…
The weather is nice and warm. Time to get outside and one of our city’s beautiful parks. If you’ve got kids, there’s nothing they want to do more at the park than play on the playground.
