Library Center

We have lived in a few different cities in different states and thought a couple of those libraries were very nice. After seeing this one I am very impressed with what this library has to offer. Very well laid out, great reading rooms, and places for larger classes. With the little place to eat and get something to drink, you have a very nice snack option those days you may be cramming for a test or presentation that allows you to not leave.
The summer kids reading club activity chart is something that is a cut above also! It really gives the kids a reward for completing a few hours of reading over the summer. The card they get is for discounts and free items from local businesses around the area. The kids library is ok in my opinion and is the area I would say could be a little better. I have seen some make this area very cozy so kids just want to plop down begin to read.
Great library though!

The Library Center is a great facility. They have nice spaces to sit and study, a huge children’s section, a separate area for teens, plus the special sections for genealogy and business resources. There are also meeting rooms with a wide range of sizes that groups can use for free. Check out the events calendar — there’s something for everyone from toddler story times, to concerts, to educational workshops for adults. Oh, and don’t forget to check out the café and the gift shop!

I love this place, I love that the Mudhouse is inside! It’s always very clean and the employees are always very nice and willing to help you find what you are looking for. I come here rather than our local library for the great hours, comfy chairs and free wi-​fi!

The Library Center has a lot of options — kids, YA, fiction, non, movies, music, reference, computers, etc. etc. In addition to the more standard library options, there’s a coffee shop, an excellent gift shop, genealogy research, and community meeting areas.
This library was built to be a shining resource to the community, and it does that pretty well — but it’s always felt needlessly large and all spread out, with the space not as efficient as the other libraries in Greene County, like Midtown, Park Central, Brentwood — even the newer Library Station.
Wear comfortable shoes — even if you’re lucky enough to park near the door, there’s a wide awning and a long hallway to cross, then more walking to find the resources you need. I’m young and can use the exercise, but I think of elderly people like my grandma and feel a little tired for them.
This place is a good resource, and it’s still has a new appearance. But ever since it was built, it’s been somewhere between a three and a four star for me.

I absolutely love the Library Center. It’s a great library with so many available resources. There is a huge genealogy section, many computers available to the public and a vast book selection. The staff is always super helpful, too!

Just as five stars says, this center is «as good as it gets» for Springfield, MO. I am here as much as possible, and who could blame me with a friendly, helpful staff, great coffee, and the loads of wonderful books there isn’t enough time in the day. Their selection can be limited, but they are usually able to get most books within a day.

The meeting rooms are amazing. This is a tremendous service to the public. The library itself is awesome. It’s a breeze to get on one of the computers if you want to check email or something. Print-​outs are cheap.
The architecture is fabulous, too. I especially love the way the names of famous authors are inserted in the flooring of the entry hall.

Fantastic library facility that holds it’s own against many large urban libraries. They have a variety of free meeting rooms that can be booked easily, free wi-​fi and a friendly staff.