gave KCPL a five star rating in 2013, 2016, and 2018 as one of 10 libraries earning five stars among 127 libraries with budgets between $10 million and $30 million, focused on circulation, digital circulation, library visits, internet computer usage, and program attendance. 2017 Paul Howard Award for Courage from the American Library Association In 2014 the American Library Association gave the Excellence in Library Programming award In 2008 First Lady Laura Bush bestowed the National Medal for Museum and Library Service to KCPL as one of 10 institutional recipients, especially recognizing its Books to Go program and free public events. References External links Kansas City metropolitan area Education in Kansas City, Missouri Organizations based in Kansas City, Missouri Public libraries in Missouri Government of Kansas City, Missouri 1873 establishments in Missouri