Central Library
SA's 6-floor downtown library with dedicated children's floor, storytimes, art gallery, and free programs.
The Central Library is the flagship of the San Antonio Public Library system, a striking red building (nicknamed 'The Big Enchilada') in downtown. Six floors house an extensive collection including a dedicated children's floor with storytimes, crafts, and educational programs. The Texana/Genealogy collection is a gem for history buffs. Free WiFi, public computers, and regular family events make it a go-to destination. The top-floor gallery hosts rotating art exhibitions.
Central Library at a glance
- Type
- Libraries
- Address
- 600 Soledad St, San Antonio, TX 78205
- Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Hours vary by branch. Central Library has extended hours. Check mysapl.org for specific branch schedules. - Price
- Free. Free library card for all Bexar County residents. Free WiFi, public computers, printing available.
- Ages
- All ages
- Phone
- (210) 207-2500
- Website
- mysapl.org
Story times this week: free baby, toddler and preschool story times at San Antonio libraries.
Upcoming events here
- Tween Time: Tue, Oct 20, 4 PM
- Family Story Time: Wed, Oct 21, 10:30 AM
- After School Hangout: Wed, Oct 21, 4 PM
- Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library: Thu, Oct 22, 3:30 PM
- Let's Play! Toddlers: Thu, Oct 22, 10:30 AM
- Central Spooktacular: Sat, Oct 24, 2 PM
- Tween Time: Tue, Oct 27, 4 PM
- Family Story Time: Wed, Oct 28, 10:30 AM
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Nearby places
- Central Christian Church: 0.1 mi away
- Artpace San Antonio: 0.2 mi away
- Travis Park: 0.4 mi away
- La Panaderia: 0.4 mi away
- San Fernando Cathedral: 0.5 mi away
More libraries nearby
- Kampmann Library Portal: Historic downtown mini-branch near Market Square with the special Kampmann Collection
- San Pedro Branch Library: Charming midtown library near San Pedro Springs Park with cozy children's section
- Bazan Branch Library
- Landa Branch Library
- Collins Garden Branch Library: West Side neighborhood library with bilingual collection, children's storytimes, and free
- Las Palmas Branch Library: West Side library with bilingual storytimes, strong Spanish-language collection, and free
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