Austin Public Library

82 reviews

5833 Westminster Dr, Austin, TX 78723

library.austintexas.gov

+15129749840

About

Austin Public Library is a Public library located at 5833 Westminster Dr, Austin, TX 78723. It has received 82 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-5PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday9AM-8PM
Thursday9AM-8PM
Friday9AM-8PM
Saturday9AM-8PM
Sunday9AM-5PM

F.A.Q

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  • The address of Austin Public Library: 5833 Westminster Dr, Austin, TX 78723

  • Austin Public Library has 4.6 stars from 82 reviews

  • Public library

  • "I only popped in for a moment to drop off a book that had to be done inside"

    "The Windsor Park library is wonderful"

    "The library is great and the staff was super helpful in answering my questions"

    "Nice updated library with a decent book selection"

    "If you are looking for a quite place to work or study this is not the location for you"

Reviews

  • Heather C.

I only popped in for a moment to drop off a book that had to be done inside. The staff I interacted with were pleasant and happily helped me.  The entrance faces the road, with a fabulous large lion protecting it outside. There is also a wooden piano chained down inviting you to play. Along the edge of the parking lot is a story path, perfect for young school aged children. It is "The Three Billy Goats Buenos" and looks very cute! There is a lovely green area outside by the parking lot.  And the parking lot, while not huge, does appear to be adequate for a branch library location.

  • Mimi Nunez

The Windsor Park library is wonderful. The staff is incredible, especially one named Sean. I use the public computers and need help a lot of the time. A lot of help as I’m looking for a job and half the time can’t figure out how to put my resume on applications, etc. He has helped me immensely. He is so patient, knowledgeable and kind. I can’t say enough about how much his assistance has meant to me. What a great guy! If you’re looking for a library, Windsor Park is the one to go to. I highly recommend it!

  • Tori Beard

The library is great and the staff was super helpful in answering my questions. There were a few guests here being a bit loud. There were also several school aged children causing some noise and generating lots of movement through the library. This has its pros and cons. The pro is literacy and a love of the library, for me, the con is simply that I needed a quote space to get some work done and this wasn’t the best place for that today.

  • Leah McElvain

Nice updated library with a decent book selection. The only thing is that the typical library quiet rule is never enforced. The few times I've come here to study there are kids running around and people having loud conversations, and the librarians don't seem to really care. Maybe certain people like that but sometimes it makes it hard to come here and get work done.

  • Ms. Tre'

If you are looking for a quite place to work or study this is not the location for you. There isn't a mandate on noise in the library. I came to use the facility for work and was very disturbed by the noise level from other guest and staff. On a better note they do supply you with free water bottles and the restroom was pretty decent to my surprise.

  • Adriana Flores

I enjoyed coming here as a kid. The staff was very friendly and there are tons of places to hide and read. There’s an area for kids who want to get on computers and an area for adults to use computers. Printed paper is free for homework and is like 50¢ for your own use.

  • H M

Small but very nice. Hancock Library has been closed for 6 mos and this is really far out the way but much much better than St. John’s and some others. They did not grill me about my service dog either so that’s a huge plus and gets ALL THE STARS!!!!

  • Aisha Milburn

Nice neighborhood library. Always something going on. They'll have a reptile show in a couple of weeks that is geared for kids, but that I'm interested in. Plenty of computers and places to cozy up with a book. There's also a piano outside to play!

  • Beatriz

Nice neighborhood library. It has a kid's area with cute tables and activities, computers with kid's games and a generous selection of books for the little ones. Some tables and sofas for adults to read and study around the library as well.

  • Hafsah Rahman

Small but new V difficult for a person to study for a long time bc of local kids playing video games and lack of study space Approachable staff Wonderful activities so far, my kids had a painting class with food! Oh my! Ty

  • Jennifer Johnston

A small branch of the public library with a giant lion and cub statue in front. Seed lending library, meeting rooms, computers to use, and all typical media & genres you'd expect from the Austin Public Library.

  • Marie Stawarz

While the library is newly renovated which is great, on my stop by it smelled strongly of urine. There was also a girl yelling at the front who had to be escorted outside. Not the best impression.

  • Shea Meissner

Not my usual branch but the few times I've been here I have been more then happy with the experience. A busy but quiet location with decent device accessibility and a serviceable collection.

  • Hector Barrientos

Whatever happened to silence at the library? Is this no longer a thing? Librarians were talking loudly. I would prefer a quieter experience. Old school? Yes! Nice staff, just very loud!

  • Ugly Beat

Wonderful staff, lots of movies, cookbooks, computers, etc. Giant lion sculpture in front that kids love! (I'm partial to this place because it's two blocks from my house!)

  • Anthony DeVere

The thing is open and free. You have to pay to make copies. Computer use is free with a guest slip. There are restrooms as well. I was informed they no longer do faxes.

  • Diana Vasquez

I bought a book and a couple of videos that were on sale. I enjoy my time at this library. There is an upright piano by the entry door, how creative and whimsical.

  • RoRo

Great selection of books, great to bring kids as they have a kids section, and for teens they have a computer gaming room for after school.

  • Wail A

Got my library card in 3 minutes. Courteous, welcoming and helpful staff. Very well organized. It’s going to be my favorite branch …

  • Teresa Carter

Really nice library. The staff is very friendly and helpful. It was clean and they had plastic over the keyboard and mouse.

  • Rosemary McKnight

Love the library! Ability to look up books for hold. Open so was able to turn in library books. Friendly & helpful staff!

  • Heidi Anhalt

Not too big not too small. Friendly librarians. Activities weekly. We enjoy Mr. Gabriel's storytime on Thursday mornings.

  • Tori Drew

I’ve had nothing but good experiences here. Mr Gabriel is a local celebrity and you can tell all the kids look up to him.

  • Skyler Dong

Small, but good for kids. It has an indoor playground for kids, about 10 public computers, and a meeting room.

  • Robert Snyder

Nice smaller library with a friendly staff. Support your local library! That stuff is free!

  • R aa

The staff is amazing but it is a very small library and it doesn’t have many books.

  • A F

Great staff and a great place to read the books I love an study if I have to.

  • Sheena (Sheenar)

Beautiful library and friendly staff! Definitely will be back regularly!

  • Eduardo Albarran

I used to come here as a kid , great place to be at , i always loved it

  • Aimee

Hours on a printout from the library conflict with what Google shows.

  • kris schludermann

A newer Library branch, great meeting room with projection screen

  • C Benavides

This newly renovated library reopened this week. It looks great!

  • Naomi Velasquez

I love going to this libary, have great program for kids.

  • Michael

This is a great APL branch. Very helpful staff.

  • Meetal Bhamre

Staff is very friendly. Pleasant atmosphere.

  • john serda

Always nice and quiet, clean and friendly!

  • Will LeDell

It's my neighborhood library, silly puss

  • Mary W

10 min walk---of course we love it!!

  • Kenneth Ruth

No longer located at this address

  • Erik Angerstig

Great library. Medium selection.

  • Kelly Evans

Great place kind and friendly.

  • Bella Morales

Love it.

  • Scott Northlake
  • Jessie Leal
  • Siddhesh Ghurye
  • Colin Sullender
  • Mary Buentello
  • Sara Gomez
  • Alicia Currie
  • Billy Moreno
  • Laura Archie
  • Deb Paris
  • Jesse Klatt
  • Francisco Martinez
  • Gaurav Sanghani
  • Irene Hernandez
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  • Miranda Finley Hunt
  • Wilhelm Bohrer (Bill)
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