Austin Central Library named to Time magazine’s ‘Portrait of America in 25 Buildings’
The Austin Public Library’s Central Library has earned national recognition once again, this time as part of TIME magazine’s newly released list, A Portrait of America in 25 Buildings and Monuments. Published on June 2 in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, the list highlights 25 landmarks that reflect the nation’s character, values, and […]
H-E-B Donates $10,000 to Spicewood Springs Branch
Recently, staff at the Spicewood Springs Branch Library were saddened to learn that H-E-B planned to close its nearby store, a longtime neighbor of the library. But then they got a surprise, said Hannah Fassett, library branch manager. “H-E-B team members stopped by with a fruit tray, a check for $10,000, and a $250 gift […]
Austin Public Library welcomes Hannah Terrell as Director of Libraries
Austin Public Library is pleased to announce Hannah Terrell as its new Director of Libraries. The Director leads the Austin Public Library system, overseeing its operations, programs, facilities and staff. The position became vacant when former Director Roosevelt Weeks accepted a position as the director of Fort Bend County Libraries. Terrell has been serving as […]
Teen Voices Accepting Submissions for Magazine & Open-mics!
Austin teens! Amplify your voice through our Teen Voices program! The Teen Voices Program offers multiple ways for 8th–12th graders in Austin to share their stories, ideas, and art with community. Teen Voices is a Community Action Project created by the Library’s Teen Fellowship, which is funded by The Library Foundation Magazine: Upcoming Themes & Issue Deadlines: We are […]
Teens! Amplify Your Voice through the Teen Voices Program
Austin teens — your creativity deserves to be seen and heard! The Teen Voices Program offers multiple ways for 8th–12th graders in Austin to share their stories, ideas, and art with community. Teen Voices is a Community Action Project created by the Library’s Teen Fellowship, which is funded by The Library Foundation. Magazine Send us […]
Stories 2025
STORIES is our annual gala benefiting the Austin Public Library held at the beautiful Austin Central Library
Library Giving Day Rooftop Social
Join The Library Foundation for a Library Giving Day Social — an evening of community and celebration supporting the Austin Public Library!
