Missouri River Regional Library
🏢 Missouri River Regional Library · Jefferson City, Missouri
Missouri River Regional Library
Missouri River Regional Library is Jefferson City's flagship public library — a Carnegie-rooted institution that has served the state capital since 1898 and now offers 3D printing, free notary service, and a full digital collection from Libby to Kanopy.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9 AM – 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM – 8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM – 8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 1 PM – 5 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 214 ADAMS ST, JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101
Phone: +1 573-634-2464
Website: mrrl.org
Plus Code: 86C9HRFJ+QM (JEFFERSON CITY, MO)
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📖 About Missouri River Regional Library
The library's story begins in 1871, when Jefferson City residents first discussed a circulating library. After several earlier attempts, a subscription library opened in the courthouse basement on March 1, 1898. The pivotal moment came when Reverend John Fenton Hendy and attorney Arthur M. Hough secured a $25,000 Carnegie pledge, and on June 19, 1900, voters approved a property tax to sustain it (839 to 42). The Carnegie Free Public Library was formally dedicated on December 23, 1902, with classical-style architecture and a 450-seat auditorium. In 1947, the system became a county library and launched a bookmobile — one of Missouri's earliest. The library was renamed Missouri River Regional Library in 1994. Today MRRL operates two locations — the main branch in Jefferson City and the Osage County branch in Linn — and offers services that range from 3D printing and test proctoring to free notarization available to any community member.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Carnegie legacy: dedicated December 23, 1902, funded by Andrew Carnegie's $25,000 gift
- One of Missouri's first county bookmobiles launched in 1947 — still operating today
- Free notary services open to any community member, no library card required
- 3D printing available for community use at the main Jefferson City branch
- Two locations: Main Library in Jefferson City and Osage County Branch in Linn, MO
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your free MRRL card unlocks eBooks, streaming video, comics, and research databases from Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy, and more.
📚 Services
- Public computers and Wi-Fi
- Free notary services (no library card or residency required)
- 3D printing
- Test proctoring
- Meeting and study room reservations
- Printing, copying, and scanning
- Interlibrary loan
- Bookmobile and Van (Book Sprinter) outreach
- Homebound delivery service
- Library of Things borrowable items
- Remote lockers for convenient pickup
- Research and genealogy assistance
🎸 Programs
- Storytimes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Computer classes and digital literacy workshops
- Book clubs for adults and teens
- Summer Reading Program for all ages
- Community events and author programs
- Teen programming and after-school activities
- Kids' and adults' special events year-round
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Missouri River Regional Library really offer free notary services to anyone?
Yes — free notary services are available to the community at no charge with no library card or residency requirement. Both the Jefferson City main branch and the Osage County Branch in Linn have notary-certified staff available most weekdays, including Tuesday evenings at the main library. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, or military ID). Call 573-634-2464 (main) or 573-897-2951 (Osage) to confirm availability.
How can I use 3D printing at the main Jefferson City library?
The main branch offers 3D printing for community use. Visit the library in person or check mrrl.org for current guidelines on file formats, print fees (if any), and how to submit a print job. Staff can assist first-time users with setup and file preparation.
What is the history of the library's Carnegie building?
The Carnegie Free Public Library was dedicated on December 23, 1902, after Reverend John Fenton Hendy and attorney Arthur M. Hough secured a $25,000 pledge from Andrew Carnegie. Jefferson City voters approved a property tax to fund ongoing operations in an 839-to-42 vote on June 19, 1900. The original classical-style building featured a 450-seat auditorium. The system was later renamed Missouri River Regional Library in 1994.
Does MRRL have a bookmobile, and where does it serve?
Yes. MRRL operates both a traditional bookmobile and a Book Sprinter Van for outreach across Cole and Osage Counties. The services bring library materials to schools, senior centers, and community locations throughout the region. Check mrrl.org/bookmobile for current routes and stops.
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📜 This library has genealogy & local-history resources. See how library family-history research works and find other libraries with genealogy collections genealogy libraries by state.
🧰 This library lends a “Library of Things.” See what you can borrow besides books and find other libraries with a Library of Things Library of Things by state.
🔨 This library has a makerspace / 3D printing. See how library makerspaces and 3D printing work and find other libraries with a makerspace makerspaces by state.
📚 This library has study rooms. See how library study rooms work — booking, time limits and quiet vs group rooms — and find other libraries with study rooms libraries with study rooms by state.
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