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Houston Public Library

500 Mckinney St
Houston, TX 77002
(832) 393-1313
houstonlibrary.org

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Mon-Fri: 9am - 9pm, Sat: 9am - 6pm, Sun 2pm - 6pm  
Status: Closed  
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tel: (832) 393-1313

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tel: (713) 247-3531

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Business Description from the Web

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The Central Library is located in downtown
Houston, across the street from Houston’s City
Hall. The Library boasts an impressive collection
covering all subjects and formats; since 1995,
the Library's catalog has been available online,
and Library cardholders can access many
electronic resources including licensed databases
and e-books through the Internet. Free exhibits,
programs and... more
Posted by digitalcity on May 31, 2007

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With books galore and plenty to do, Houston's most popular library remains a downtown institution.
Posted by Citysearch on January 11, 2007

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Each summer, the library offers daily kids' programs to emphasize reading as well as events for kids who are not yet able to read.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

The Extras

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The city's history is on display via a giant needlepoint exhibit on the third floor of the Ideson Building.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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Each summer, the library offers daily kids' programs to emphasize reading as well as events for kids who are not yet able to read.
Posted by Citysearch on January 19, 2007

Editorial Reviews from the web

With books galore and plenty to do, Houston's most popular library remains a downtown institution.

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Overview Houston's Central Library is a hub of activity just about every afternoon. Although fairly busy, it's still relatively quiet and designed for convenience. The first floor has all of the kids' stuff while the second floor has everything from "Moby Dick" to "Courtney Love: The Real Story." Features Part of the library but not connected is the Houston... more
Posted by Contributor on April 21, 2009, (Edited December 18, 2006)
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