Category: 1964-2009
New Head Librarian
In 1977, Audrey Baum was appointed as the new Head Librarian.
Head Librarian Title Changed to Library Director
In 1979 the title of Head Librarian was changed the Library Director.
1990 Population
Population of Kirkwood, MO: 27,291.
1980 Population
Population of Kirkwood, MO: 27,739.
1970 Population
Population of Kirkwood, MO: 31,679.
Artwork Collection
In 1965, a circulating art collection is established. The collection consisted of approximately 20 pictures. The rental fee was $0.50 monthly, with $0.25 daily fine for overdue prints. Borrowers were allowed to keep the prints for a month, and could renew provided there was no waiting list. Patrons were required…
Library Logo
In 2009, the library unveiled a redesigned logo. This logo incorporated the library’s most recognizable feature – it’s cupola. The logo was formatted in both a vertical and horizontal format, the horizontal becoming the primary use for library marketing. This logo, and variations of it, were used until the logo…
Library Logo
In 1997, the library unveiled it’s first logo. The log featured the letter “K” as an open book. Prior to this, there is no record of Kirkwood Public Library having a logo.
Library Ladies
Photograph of library ladies at an anniversary event in 1967.
