Celebrating 60 Years of Preserving the Past. Inspiring the Future.

For six decades, the Mid-Continent Geological Library has served as a trusted resource for geoscientists, researchers, students, educators, and the energy industry. Since 1966, we have preserved one of the region's most valuable collections of geological information—protecting the history of exploration while supporting the discoveries of tomorrow.

This year, we invite you to join us as we celebrate 60 years of service at our 60th Anniversary Celebration.

This special evening is more than an anniversary—it is a celebration of the people, partnerships, and shared commitment that have made the Mid-Continent Geological Library an invaluable resource for generations. Together, we'll reflect on our rich history, recognize those who have helped shape our organization, and share an exciting vision for the future.

As the needs of the geoscience community continue to evolve, so does MCGL. We are expanding educational programming, strengthening professional networking opportunities, enhancing access to our collections, and investing in improvements that make our library more welcoming and accessible than ever before. A key part of that vision is accelerating the digitization of our vast collection of geological records, maps, reports, and historical documents. By preserving these resources digitally, we can make critical geoscience information more accessible to researchers and industry professionals while ensuring these irreplaceable records are protected for future generations.

Your support of this event directly helps us:

Preserve and protect irreplaceable geoscience collections.
Digitize additional geological records, maps, reports, and historical documents to improve accessibility and long-term preservation.
Expand educational and professional development programs.
Improve access to geological information for researchers, students, educators, and industry professionals.
Invest in the technology and resources needed to serve the geoscience community for decades to come.

Whether you attend as a guest, become a sponsor, or make a donation, you are investing in the preservation of geological knowledge and the future of our profession.

We hope you will join us as we celebrate our past, honor our present, and build an even stronger future for the Mid-Continent Geological Library.

Together, let's celebrate 60 years of preserving the past and inspiring the future.

Mid-Continent Geological Library's 60th Anniversary