Libraries

Houston’s public libraries are more than just book collections, they’re cultural and educational hubs offering resources for all ages. Ideal for quiet study, research, or community events, the city’s libraries are welcoming spaces that enrich both locals and visitors.

Fennell/Robertson Genealogy Society Library Map

Location: 31.4560134, -95.2627195 Tags: – addr:state: TX – amenity: library – ele: 120 – gnis:feature_id: 1383266 – name: Fennell/Robertson Genealogy Society Library – source: USGS Geonames

African-American Library at the Gregory School Map

Location: 29.7541173, -95.3804942 Located in Houston’s historic Fourth Ward, the African-American Library at the Gregory School is one of the city’s most important cultural institutions. Housed in a restored former elementary school, the library...

Mamie George Branch Library Map

Location: 31.4401784, -95.5824515 Located in Fort Bend County, west of Houston proper, the Mamie George Branch Library serves residents of the Richmond area. Though outside the Houston city limits, it’s a popular library for...

Gilbreath Memorial Library Map

Location: 31.4907352, -95.2857764 Tags: – addr:state: TX – amenity: library – ele: 122 – gnis:feature_id: 2014962 – name: Gilbreath Memorial Library – source: USGS Geonames

South Houston Public Library Map

Location: 29.666886, -95.2242547 Located in the suburban city of South Houston, just southeast of the main Houston area, this branch is part of the Harris County Public Library system. The South Houston Public Library...

Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research Map

Location: 29.7255398, -95.3865811 One of the top genealogical research libraries in the U.S., this Houston Public Library facility specializes in family history resources from across the globe. Patrons can explore census records, immigration documents,...

Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library Map

Location: 29.7355941, -95.3915589 Located in the eclectic Montrose district, Freed-Montrose Library reflects the diversity and creativity of its surrounding neighborhood. The branch offers LGBTQ+ inclusive programming, multilingual resources, local history archives, and a robust...

HAM-TMC Library Map

Location: 29.711878, -95.3968178 (Houston Academy of Medicine – Texas Medical Center Library)The HAM-TMC Library is one of the leading medical libraries in the region, serving institutions within the Texas Medical Center. It provides comprehensive...

Clayton House Map

Location: 29.7261687, -95.3860786 The Clayton House, part of the Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research, is a restored historic home that now functions as a reading and research space. Originally a private residence, it...

Shepard-Acres Homes Neighborhood Library Map

Location: 29.870943, -95.4372776 Serving the historic Acres Homes community, this neighborhood library provides crucial services such as literacy programs, job assistance, homework help, and digital access. The library often collaborates with local schools and...