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Administration & Policies

Find contact information for staff, read about the library advisory and foundation boards, and view our policies and strategic plan.

Bookmobile

Learn about the Buffalo County Bookmobile, view the bookmobile policies and current schedule.

FAQs

History

Learn about the founding of the Kearney Public Library and its milestones up to the current day.

Interlibrary Loan

If you don't find what you're searching for in our catalog, we may be able to borrow it from another library through interlibrary loan services.

Library Services

Find out more about library services including computers, technology, and reserving a study room or meeting room.

Support the Library

Support the library by volunteering or by joining the Friends of the Library.

The View from the Director's Desk

Welcome to "The View from the Director's Desk," a behind-the-scenes look at the Kearney Public Library from Library Director Matthew Williams. Here, you'll find updates on library projects, reflections on public service, insights into the world of libraries, and the occasional peek at what's stacked on his own to-read pile. Whether you're a library regular, a curious community member, or just love libraries, this blog offers a thoughtful perspective on the evolving role of public libraries — and the people who make them thrive.