Administrative Offices

Open today until 5:00pm

Monday 
8:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday 
8:00AM - 5:00PM

Wednesday 
8:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday 
8:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday 
8:00AM - 5:00PM

Saturday 
Closed

Sunday 
Closed

5749 South Loop East
Houston, TX 77033
Much of the behind the scenes work of the system takes place here, including Collection Development, Cataloging, Circulation Services. Information Technology and Outreach. Library Director Edward Melton leads a team of Division…

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  • Juneteenth
    Friday, June 16, 2023
    Closes early: 5:00pm
  • Juneteenth
    Saturday, June 17, 2023 - Monday, June 19, 2023
    Closed All Day
  • Independence Day
    Monday, July 3, 2023
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    Tuesday, July 4, 2023
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    Friday, September 1, 2023
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    Saturday, September 2, 2023 - Monday, September 4, 2023
    Closed All Day
  • Thanksgiving
    Wednesday, November 22, 2023
    Closes early: 5:00pm
  • Thanksgiving
    Thursday, November 23, 2023 - Sunday, November 26, 2023
    Closed All Day

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History

What began in 1921 and the years following as a collection of small libraries housed in stores, post offices and private homes has grown into a system of 26 branch buildings, 2 technology service centers, and 2 partner locations offering collection/circulation services. HCPL operates branches in unincorporated parts of Harris County and cities which do not have their own library systems.

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