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About Your Library

 

Celebrate the Magic of Libraries!
We are a dynamic public service organization serving one of the largest and most diverse areas in the nation—both in population and geography. Our comprehensive, customer-focused service delivery strategy supports the 2.3 million residents of the City of Houston.

Our system is comprised of 44 public service units, including six Regional Libraries—anchored by our flagship Central Library—28 Neighborhood and Express Libraries, three History Research Centers, four TECHLink centers, a Satellite location at the Children’s Museum Houston, the Mobile Express outreach unit, and the Mayor’s Office for Adult Literacy. Together, we provide equitable access to resources, technology, and lifelong learning opportunities for all Houstonians.

 

 

 

 
Mission Statement
We Link people to the world.
Vision Statement
Houston Public Library is a vital member of a dynamic & diverse, local, national & global community.
 
Strategic Direction

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THE FOUNDATION
The advocate and fundraising champion who strives with us to provide equitable access, bridge the technology gap, increase literacy, and connect you to lifelong learning.

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THE FRIENDS
The Friends provides support and resources for Houston Public Library programs.

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ONE HOUSTON, ONE LIBRARY PLAN
The One Houston, One Library Plan reorganizes the system into seven full-service areas across the city.

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CAPITAL PROJECTS
Capital Project dashboard helps us understand the Past, Current and Upcoming Projects.

 

 

 

 

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Title VI Policy
The City of Houston seeks to ensure equity in access to its programs, activities and services so that every citizen has the greatest opportunity to achieve and obtain the foundations necessary for self-sufficiency and success.

All departments and agencies are committed to ensuring that no person is subjected to discrimination, excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of its services on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, disability, or English language proficiency, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 49 CFR part 21 and all related regulations and directives.

 

 

 

HPL Sponsors

Programming at the Houston Public Library is generously supported by the Houston Public Library Foundation, as well as the following organizations: