Houston Library Foundation

Houston Library Foundation We are the advocacy and fundraising champions for the Houston Public Library System. 📚

This Memorial Day, the Houston Public Library Foundation pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave t...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, the Houston Public Library Foundation pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

We reflect with gratitude on their sacrifice and recognize the enduring legacy of courage, service, and dedication they leave behind.

05/22/2026

We will resume standard business operations on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

The Friends of HPL Warehouse will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, as we honor and remember those who made the...
05/19/2026

The Friends of HPL Warehouse will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We will reopen during regular hours ton Wednesday, May 27th.

05/12/2026

An unforgettable evening celebrating a Houston treasure. ✨

Highlights from the premiere of *The Julia Ideson Building: Celebrating 100 Years* at the historic River Oaks Theatre on May 7, hosted by the Friends of the Houston History Research Center and the Houston Public Library Foundation.

Here’s to 100 years of history, preservation, stories, and community. 📚

Happy Mother’s Day to the mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and mother figures who inspire a love of learning, storytel...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and mother figures who inspire a love of learning, storytelling, and imagination every day. 💐📚

Thank you for the countless bedtime stories, library visits, words of encouragement, and lessons that help shape brighter futures for generations to come.

Today, we celebrate you and all the ways you help our community grow—one story at a time. ❤️

🎉 Join us for our last book sale before we take off for the summer on Saturday, May 2nd from 10 am - 2pm at the Friends ...
04/23/2026

🎉 Join us for our last book sale before we take off for the summer on Saturday, May 2nd from 10 am - 2pm at the Friends of HPL Warehouse, located at 6510 W. Little York Rd.

We have:
Children and young adult books are $1 each
Adult paperback books are $2 each
Adult hardback books are $3 each
DVDs, Vinyl's, and audiobooks are all $1 each

We can't wait to see you there! 🥳

04/20/2026

Find Your Joy at HPL!

It’s National Library Week, and your journey starts with a MYLink library card. One card gives you access to books, technology, classes, events, and more across our 39 HPL locations.

One Card. Endless Possibilities.

Don’t have your MYLink card yet? Get one here! https://houstonlibrary.org/mylink-signup

We’re feeling so grateful 💙📚Thank you to everyone who showed up for National Library Giving Day and supported the Housto...
04/10/2026

We’re feeling so grateful 💙📚

Thank you to everyone who showed up for National Library Giving Day and supported the Houston Public Library—your generosity helps create opportunities for learning, discovery, and growth across our community.

There’s still time to give! And remember, every visit, checkout, and share helps keep our libraries strong for all Houstonians.

Today we celebrate the power of libraries to open doors, spark curiosity, and bring our community together 📚💙On this Nat...
04/09/2026

Today we celebrate the power of libraries to open doors, spark curiosity, and bring our community together 📚💙

On this National Library Giving Day, you can help ensure the Houston Public Library continues to inspire readers, support learners, and create opportunities for all Houstonians. Every gift makes a difference—join us in investing in a stronger, more connected Houston.

Something meaningful is just around the corner ✨📚Library Giving Day is this Thursday, April 9, and we’re getting ready t...
04/08/2026

Something meaningful is just around the corner ✨📚

Library Giving Day is this Thursday, April 9, and we’re getting ready to celebrate the impact our libraries have on readers, learners, and families across Houston. Your support helps expand literacy, bridge the digital divide, and open doors across our community.

Stay tuned for a special way to be part of it—and thank you for believing in the power of libraries 💙

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550 McKinney Street
Houston, TX
77002

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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(832) 393-1464

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