HQ Function

Serves as the primary administrative center for the Olathe Public Library system and is a full-service public library branch offering a comprehensive collection, modern technology, children's and teen areas, and community meeting spaces.

Notable Features:

State-of-the-art new facility (opened Oct 2023) with expanded children's and teen spaces, a makerspace, quiet reading rooms, study rooms, a large community event space, outdoor terrace, coffee shop, and drive-thru service.

Work Culture:

Focused on public service excellence, innovation, community engagement, and fostering a welcoming environment for lifelong learning. Staff are dedicated to supporting patrons' informational, educational, and recreational needs.

HQ Significance:

Represents a major investment in the community's educational and cultural infrastructure, acting as a central point for library operations, strategic planning, and system-wide services for the Olathe Public Library.

Values Reflected in HQ: Commitment to accessibility, community enrichment, lifelong learning, technological advancement, and providing a modern, inclusive public space.

Location:

While the Olathe Public Library's physical branches are dedicated to serving the residents of Olathe and Johnson County, Kansas, its extensive digital library, including e-books, e-audiobooks, streaming media, and online research databases, allows cardholders to access resources globally. The library also engages in significant local community outreach, partnerships, and programming to serve diverse populations within its service area.

Street Address:

201 E. Park St.

City:

Olathe

State/Province:

KS

Country:

USA