Lucas Public Library
🏢 Central Kansas Library System (CKLS) · Lucas, Kansas
Lucas Public Library
Lucas Public Library sits at the heart of the Grassroots Art Capital of Kansas — a fitting cultural anchor for a town of 332 where folk artists have transformed vacant lots and backyards into nationally recognized outdoor galleries.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:30am–5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 1:30pm–5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 3pm–7pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:30am–5:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 209 S. Main St., LUCAS, KS 67648
Phone: +1785-525-6305
Website: lucas.catalog.ckls.org
Plus Code: 86F33F56+3Q (LUCAS, KS)
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📖 About Lucas Public Library
Nestled in Russell County on the Kansas high plains, Lucas is famous worldwide for Samuel P. Dinsmoor's Garden of Eden, an outdoor sculpture park built between 1905 and 1927 from more than 150 hand-carved limestone figures. Kansas Governor Bill Graves officially designated Lucas the "Grassroots Art Capital of Kansas" in 1996, recognizing a community that has nurtured generations of self-taught artists. Lucas Public Library serves this creative community as a member of the Central Kansas Library System (CKLS), a 17-county cooperative based in Great Bend that provides shared cataloging, courier delivery, and technology support to rural libraries across north-central Kansas. The library's Wednesday evening hours make it accessible to working residents, and cardholders gain statewide digital access through the Kansas Library eCard program.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Located in the officially designated Grassroots Art Capital of Kansas — steps from the Garden of Eden folk-art landmark
- Central Kansas Library System (CKLS) member — shared catalog and courier with libraries across 17 counties
- Evening hours Wednesday 3–7pm for working residents
- Free Kansas Library eCard unlocks statewide databases, eBooks, and digital resources for all cardholders
- Serving Russell County's rural reading community since the early 20th century
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your Lucas library card opens a statewide digital collection through the Kansas Library eCard program:
📚 Services
- Free library cards for Russell County residents
- Public computers and Wi-Fi
- Printing and copying
- Interlibrary loan through CKLS (17-county network)
- Kansas Library eCard for statewide digital access
- Community gathering space
🎸 Programs
- Story time and children's reading programs
- Summer Reading Program
- Community events and local author programs
📍 Nearby Libraries in North-Central Kansas
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lucas Public Library part of a library system?
Yes. Lucas Public Library is a member of the Central Kansas Library System (CKLS), a cooperative serving 17 counties in north-central Kansas. CKLS provides shared cataloging, an interlibrary loan courier, technology support, and access to the statewide CKLS catalog, letting you request items from member libraries across the region.
What is the Kansas Library eCard and how do I get one?
The Kansas Library eCard is a free statewide digital card provided by the State Library of Kansas. Any Kansas resident can apply online at kslib.info and instantly access databases, eBooks, audiobooks, and other digital resources — no physical library visit required. Lucas Public Library cardholders also qualify automatically.
Can I visit the Garden of Eden during the same trip as the library?
Absolutely. The Garden of Eden folk-art park, created by Samuel P. Dinsmoor between 1905 and 1927, is just a short walk from the library on S. Main Street. The site features over 150 limestone sculptures and is open to the public. The Grassroots Arts Center gallery, the Bowl Plaza, and the Flying Pig Studio are all within walking distance as well.
Does the library have evening or weekend hours?
The library is open Monday and Friday 9:30am–5:30pm, Tuesday 1:30–5:30pm, and Wednesday 3–7pm (evening). It is closed Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. The Wednesday evening window is especially convenient for working residents or visitors arriving later in the day.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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