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Search, browse, and request materials from our collections including Missouriana, government publications, and Library Professional Development with your Missouri State Library card.

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Select a link below to find available books:

Missouri public library directors and branch managers are encouraged to request books for use by their staff.

Staff and students at MOBIUS libraries may request these titles via the MOBIUS catalog. Titles are also available to borrow from the State Library (MOL) via WorldShare ILL. 

These print journal volumes are also available for borrowing. Article scans may also be requested by completing the Request a Scan form.

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Missouri Libraries Historical Collection with images of old bookshelves and carts

The Missouri Libraries Historical Collection showcases historical materials relating to Missouri libraries and library development including reports, monographs, periodicals, surveys, studies, and ephemera authored by the State Library, about the State Library, and about library development in the state of Missouri. 

This collection is library use only.

Library Professional Development Collection

Keep up on the latest library innovations with titles from our Library Professional Development Collection! Find new inspiration on everything from programming ideas, services to benefit your community, collection management, and much more.

Have sections of a book scanned and emailed to you with the Request a Scan feature in our book catalog. View our Request a Scan tutorial for more details and step-by-step instructions. 

March Library Display: Historic

Looking for something Historic? You’ve come to the right place! This month we are featuring books with titles that begin with the word “historic.” From photos of Missouri to deep dives into old roadside attractions and monuments, our display has something to strike your historic fancy.

Visit us in person or view our virtual display to see this month’s titles and enjoy a few laughs with our favorite library jokes!

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