Houston Library Foundation

📚💙 Yesterday, we celebrated the ribbon-cutting of five Little Libraries donated by the Houston Public Library Foundation to Houston Health Department WIC clinics across the city!

These Little Libraries, along with HPL’s new Newborn Library Card program, will help connect families with books and early literacy resources from the very beginning. Both programs are generously funded by Phillips 66. 📖✨

A special thank you to Council Member Tasha Jackson for presenting a proclamation recognizing HPLF, HPL, and Phillips 66 for this important partnership, and to the Houston Health Department for helping bring these resources to families across Houston!

WE NEED YOUR VOTE!
Thanks to our partners at Aramco, the Houston Public Library Foundation is included in this year's "Houston Gives" program of the Houston Chronicle.

Every 1 vote equals $100 in free advertising with the Chronicle to help expand awareness of the work of the Houston Public Library.

All Library patrons, supporters, and lovers are welcome to vote each day to vote and support HPLF!

LINK: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/houstongives/ #/gallery

🌟 Houston is in the spotlight! The award-winning **Dr. Shannon Walker Neighborhood Library** is featured on *America ByDesign*, showcasing its inspiring architecture and welcoming spaces.

🎥 Catch the full episode on the Houston Public Library's YouTube page!

Get ready for exciting, hands-on scientific fun with Dinosaur STEM! Learn about archaeology while creating your own petroglyphs, which are rock carvings primarily used by ancient civilizations. https://ow.ly/7etw50ZlOAb

Moody Neighborhood Library
Thursday, July 23, 2026
1:00pm - 2:00pm

History came to life at the Julia Ideson Building as Houston Public Library commemorated the 250th Anniversary of American Independence with the presentation of a rare 1825 bust of Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, generously loaned by the French-American Cultural Foundation.

We are honored to celebrate the enduring friendship between France and the United States while providing opportunities for our community to connect with history, culture, and lifelong learning. Thank you to the French-American Cultural Foundation and everyone who joined us for this memorable occasion.

🐇📚 Step into a world of imagination with Finding Alice: Artists Exploring Wonderland featuring Abelardo Morell!

Inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, this free exhibition showcases photography, illustration, and book arts from acclaimed artists, including Abelardo Morell, Salvador Dalí, Yayoi Kusama, and more.

📍 Julia Ideson Building Exhibit Hall
550 McKinney St.

Discover how one beloved story has inspired generations of artists—and experience the wonder for yourself.

📚 Happy Fourth of July from the Houston Public Library Foundation!

Whether you're celebrating with family, friends, or a good book, we hope your holiday is filled with joy and a great story. Thank you for supporting the Houston Public Library Foundation and helping make free library programs and resources possible for our Houston community.

Have a safe and happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙

Cheers to the dads who spark curiosity, encourage big dreams, and never skip story time. 💙📚

Happy Father’s Day from the Houston Public Library Foundation! Thank you for helping write the stories that matter most.