Culture, Commerce, and Conservation on the Mississippi River (Virtual)*

The Independence Public Library partners with the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium for a live virtual presentation discussing the ways the Mississippi River has impacted culture and commerce through the years.  Get an inside look ...

Ice Fishing and Survival Skills*

In partnership with Buchanan County Conservation, the Independence Public Library is hosting an outdoor program at Fontana Park where you can learn about ice fishing and winter survival skills.  Be sure to dress for the weather and be ready to pi...

Library Open!

The library is open to the public.  Masks are required as per city mandate.What is and is not available?

Checking out items, using computers, printing, copying, and faxing will all be available services. 

Restrictions are tighter than when...

Winter Book Bingo

The Independence Public Library is hosting Winter Book Bingo, with cards for Children and for Teens & Adults.  Completing five squares in a row will enter you in the drawing for a prize, with special prizes available for blackouts!  ...

An Evening with William Kent Krueger (Virtual)*

The Independence Public Library is hosting the author of this year’s One Book One Independence selection, William Kent Krueger.   In this virtual visit, he will share more about himself and his writing, followed by the journey involved ...

One Book One Independence Book Announcement

2021 marks the sixth year of One Book One Independence, and the Independence Public Library is excited to share the 2021 selection with our community!  Watch for articles in The Independence Bulletin Journal and the Winthrop News announcing this ...

Food for Fines Month

February is Food for Fines Month. This month, for every canned good you bring in to donate, you will receive $1 off your library fines.  All donated food items and monetary donations will benefit the Independence Area Food Pantry. Stop in and ben...

Curbside Pick Up

The library is offering curbside service when the library is open. 

Reserve your materials and after you have been notified that they are ready, come to the west parking area (by outdoor book drop) and call 319-334-2470 to have your items brought ...