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Our Mission

The African American Library is a Special Collections Library within the Houston Public Library system. We serve as a resource to preserve, promote, and celebrate the rich history and culture of African Americans in Houston, the surrounding region, and the African Diaspora.

Please use the menu bar above to learn about our events, collections, exhibits, and contact information.

Operating Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday - Wednesday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Thursday: 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Friday - Saturday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

Collections

Our library features three types of collections for our patrons to use for research purposes.

Archival Items

Oral Histories

Library Collection