Named after Everett Collier who worked his way up from campus correspondent to editor of the Houston Chronicle. He held that position for more than thirteen years and continued to serve as a consultant for several more years after his retirement.

Established in 1968, a former home of Houston businessman and statesman William Lockhart Clayton. A nation’s top genealogical research collection for tracing U.S. and immigrant origins.

The Most Reverend Patricio F. Flores, Archbishop of San Antonio, served as a priest in the Houston-Galveston Diocese during 1950s - 1960s. The first Mexican-American elevated to the hierarchy of the Catholic Church in the U.S., he was active in programs for Houston's Hispanic community

Named in honor of Eleanor Freed Stern a longtime art critic for the Houston Post and a patron of numerous cultural institutions in Houston. A member and then president of the Friends of the Library, she later served with distinction on the Houston Public Library Board.

Rev. Fred Huhns established Baptist Temple Library as the first in the area in 1909. Relocated to Heights High School in 1918, then the Trustees and the Heights Committee purchased land for $7,500 for the current facility that was named and dedicated on March 18, 1926.

Hillendahl Neighborhood Library name comes from the Arnold L. Hillendahl family. They were pioneers of the Spring Branch area from its beginnings as a farming community in the 1830s.

Learn more about the history of the JIB in this virtual tour of the building, and by looking at this digital version of Lyceum to Landmark.

A unique service model that utilizes technology to meet the growing demands for digital resources. Equitable access to technology and delivering beneficial training and lifelong learning opportunities are key components in its success.

The name for Johnson Neighborhood Library comes from educator W.L.D. Johnson, Sr. He led a drive in 1910 to raise funds for the purchase of land for Houston’s Colored Carnegie Library.

Jungman Neighborhood Library is named after J. Frank Jungman. He was active in the diverse businesses of cotton, oil, banking, and real estate.

Named for Belle Sherman Kendall, the Woman’s Club member who wrote to Andrew Carnegie soliciting funds for a public library, the first location opened in 1969 before a new 28,600 sq. ft. facility opened in 2010. Floodwater damage caused by Hurricane Harvey led to renovations completed in 2022.

Looscan Neighborhood Library is named after Adele Briscoe Looscan. She is a descent from both a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence and a founding resident of Harris County.

Named in honor of Frank O. Mancuso recognizing his contributions for enhancing quality of life for the citizens of Houston. He enjoyed a substantial career in professional baseball before entering politics.

Dr. Eva Alice McCrane held both doctor of business education and doctor of education degrees and completed thirty years of service in various schools in the HISD between 1945 and 1978.

McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library is named after Dr. John P. McGovern, a distinguished American and internationally noted physician. He made contributions to the fields of science and medicine.

Named after Lucile Yvonne Melcher, a native Houstonian and beloved philanthropist, the Melcher Neighborhood Library is located in the Pecan Park area, just west of Ingrando Park.

Moody Neighborhood Library is named after Nettie Moody. She operated the Texas Abstract Company and was an active real estate investor. In 1946 she was named Houston's Businesswoman of the Year.

HPL Express locations are unique service model that utilizes technology to meet the growing demands for digital resources.

Located in the northside of Houston, this neighborhood location is designed to be a part of the social fabric providing localized expertise, access, and resources. Libraries are free and open to the public, and always here in your moment of need!

Provides parents and educators with resources found at any HPL branch—books, ebooks, DVDs, hot spots, databases, and more to be placed on hold and delivered to the Parent Resource Library for your convenience.

Located in south Houston, this neighborhood location is designed to be a part of the social fabric providing localized expertise, access, and resources. Libraries are free and open to the public, and always here in your moment of need!

Located in the east side of Houston, this neighborhood location is designed to be a part of the social fabric providing localized expertise, access, and resources. Libraries are free and open to the public, and always here in your moment of need!

Located in the Spring Branch area of Houston, this neighborhood location is designed to be a part of the social fabric providing localized expertise, access, and resources. Libraries are free and open to the public, and always here in your moment of need!

This library is named after Judson W. Robinson, Jr. He won election to Houston City Council in 1971 and was the first African-American elected to city-wide office since Reconstruction.

Located in northeast Houston, this regional library is designed to be a part of the social fabric providing localized expertise, access, and resources. Libraries are free and open to the public, and always here in your moment of need!

Named after Beulah Shepard, a community activist, who crossed many political barriers. She made herself heard about what she believed in and supported many important causes with great passion.

Dr. Lonnie E. Smith received a dental degree from Meharry Medical College practicing in Galveston before coming to Houston. He was the plaintiff in the 1944, landmark Supreme Court case Smith v. Allwright winning African-Americans the right to vote in TX primary elections.

Stanaker Neighborhood Library is named after civic leader Nena E. Stanaker. She served her neighborhood tirelessly for more than fifty years and was fondly known among her many friends as the "Mayor of the East End."

Stimley Neighborhood Library's name comes from Sherman E. Stimley, who was a lover of books. He contributed his time and talent to schools and children.

Visit one of our makerspace locations to access machines and multimedia technologies for digital artistry, craft, music and video production are featured at TECHLink Alief.

Visit one of our makerspace locations to access machines and multimedia technologies for digital artistry, craft, music and video production are featured at TECHLink Dixon. Internet access PCs and curbside pickup of library materials are also available.

Visit one of our makerspace locations to access machines and multimedia technologies for digital artistry, craft, music and video production are featured at TECHLink Scenic Woods. Internet access PCs and curbside pickup of library materials are also available.

Named after Cliff Tuttle who began his career in banking when he was just sixteen. He was an active participant in civic and governmental work, a leader in the Denver Harbor community for forty years, and had a special interest in youth recreation.

Named in honor of Judge William A. Vinson who came to Houston in 1915, founded the law firm now known as Vinson & Elkins L.L.P law firm, and was active on the Houston Public Library Board for more than twenty-five years.

Named after M.E. Walter, who, during World War I, received the French Croix de Guerre for heroism. As chairman of the City Planning Commission, he speared development of Greater Houston, the freeway system, and the growth of the Civic Center.

Named after Alice McKean Young. She was active in politics all her life and also was one of the first in Texas to campaign women's right to vote. Young was appointed to the Houston Public Library Board by Mayor Oscar Holcombe and was the dean of the Board.