Stratford Branch Library

Hours & Information

Closed until 10:00am today

Monday 
11:00AM - 8:00PM
Tuesday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday 
1:00PM - 6:00PM
Saturday 
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday 
Closed
509 Stratford Street
Highlands, TX 77562
Branch Manager: Lisa Blackwell

Holidays and Closures

  • Thanksgiving - Early Closing
    Wednesday, November 26, 2025
    Closes early: 5:00pm
  • Thanksgiving
    Thursday, November 27, 2025 - Sunday, November 30, 2025
    Closed All Day
  • Christmas - Early Closing
    Wednesday, December 24, 2025
    Closes early: 5:00pm
  • Christmas
    Thursday, December 25, 2025 - Sunday, December 28, 2025
    Closed All Day

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About Stratford Branch Library

    • Community Bulletin Board(s)
    • Computer Lab
    • Citizenship Classes
    • English Learning (ESL) Classes
    • Proctoring for Distance Learning Exams
    • Scanning Available

Map

History

The first public library in the area was formed in 1927 and was located in a storefront. Shortly thereafter, it moved to a building it shared with the post office until 1936. The Highlands’ Garden Club then raised funds for a new building. Mr. Harry K. Johnson, who also provided the land on San Jacinto St., matched these funds. The first freestanding Highlands Library opened on San Jacinto St. in 1937 with 375 square feet. The original building still stands and now serves as the Chamber of Commerce.

In 1966, Anna Stratford donated a parcel of land that was little more than a field. This became Stratford Park and the new location for a 1,200 square foot building for the Highlands Library. This library is named in her honor. It opened in 1966. In 1986, a renovation added 1,500 square feet.

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