MANSFIELD, OH – The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) invites community members of all ages to embark on a prehistoric adventure this summer. Launching June 1 and running through July 25, the 2026 Summer Library Program challenges participants to “Unearth a Story” through reading, learning, playing, and discovery. The dinosaur-themed adventure is divided into three […]
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MRPCL announces plans for new Crestview library
OLIVESBURG — The Mansfield Richland County Public Library has announced its plans to build a new Crestview library. The new Crestview Branch will be constructed on land purchased from Faith Church along State Route 96, the MRCPL announced in a Monday afternoon press release. This stan-dalone facility will replace the current location within Crestview Middle […]
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MOESC student artwork on display at 2026 Mayor’s Show at main library
MANSFIELD – Building on the success of last year’s inaugural exhibition, the Mansfield Public Art Commission (MPAC) and the Mansfield Richland County Public Library are proud to announce the return of The Mayor’s Show: Rising Artists of Mid-Ohio. The dedicated gallery space, located in the second-floor lobby of the Main Library, continues to serve as […]
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Mansfield Richland County Public Library to open new Creation Lab, Learning Lab
The Mansfield Richland County Public Library is opening a new Learning Lab and a Creation Lab at the main branch, 43 W. Third St.
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Business Connect event to link entrepreneurs with free support on April 29 at library
MANSFIELD — The Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) in Richland County will host a Business Connect: Small Business Resource Day on Wednesday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mansfield Richland County Public Library Community Room, 43 W. 3rd Street, Mansfield, Ohio. The event will connect local entrepreneurs and small business owners […]
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Harriet Tubman comes alive at Mansfield library
MANSFIELD — Every great dream begins with a dreamer. One of those dreamers was Harriet Tubman. The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library hosted Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ the Underground as part of its Black History celebration on Saturday afternoon. Presented by the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, the one-woman production transformed history into a live experience. […]
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Black History Celebration draws large crowd to Mansfield Richland County Public Library
MANSFIELD — It was hard to find a seat at the Mansfield Richland County Public Library on Saturday. The place was simply bustling with activity. In one corner Jesus Jewels dancers were performing. In another one could learn work through a puzzle or test trivia knowledge, maybe even pick up information on health concerns, all […]
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MRCPL invites public to Black History celebration
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) invites the community to its annual Black History Celebration, a free, family-friendly event honoring Black history, culture, and achievement. The celebration will take place at the Main Library, 43 W. Third St., Mansfield, on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s celebration carries […]
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Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ the Underground on 02/14/2026
Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ the Underground Date: 02/14/2026 Time: 01:30 pm-02:45 pm Location: Main Library, 43 W. Third St., Mansfield Ohio 44902 Organizer: Mansfield Richland County Public Library Cost: Free Contact and more info: jney@mrcpl.org https://www.mrcpl.org/visit/black-history-celebration/ About the event: Presented by The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Sat. Feb. 14, 1:30 PM Main Library, Community […]
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Annual Black History Celebration on 02/07/2026
Annual Black History Celebration Date: 02/07/2026 Time: 11:00 am-03:00 pm Location: Main Library, 43 W. Third St., Mansfield, Ohio 44902 Organizer: Mansfield Richland County Public Library Cost: Free Contact and more info: jney@mrcpl.org https://www.mrcpl.org/visit/black-history-celebration/ About the event: Sat. Feb. 7, 2026 15th Annual Black History Celebration at the Main Library 43 W Third St., Mansfield […]